Reflects interest in how older people are affected by social change which is a key theme in social science that looks set to continue as more people are living for longer. Having been active in social gerontology for 20 years, it is easy to become jaded. 'Another book that tells me nothing new'. 'No one produces classic studies any more'. This book swept away such negative thoughts and is simply a 'must read' for all of us. - Robin Means, Education and Ageing