Seabrook, Jeremy
A World Growing Old
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745318394
- author:
- Seabrook, Jeremy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pluto Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 200
- Dimensions:
- 22.1 x 15.8 x 1.3 cm
- Genre:
- Elderly
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The world's population is ageing for the first time in history. This shift has profound implications for economies and societies, particularly in rich Western countries where youthful populations are crucial to support those who have retired. However, this is only half the story, as populations in poorer South Asian countries are also ageing due to increased life expectancy and smaller family sizes. In A World Grown Old, Jeremy Seabrook examines the real implications of this phenomenon and challenges conventional thinking on how it should be tackled. He argues that the accumulated skills of the elderly should be valued and employed to enrich society, rather than being seen as a burden. This book offers a radical rethinking of our attitude towards population issues, migration, social structures, and employment policy. By exploring these complex issues, Seabrook sheds light on the need for a more nuanced approach to addressing the challenges posed by an ageing population.
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