Includes bibliographical references (p. 175-182) and index.
Contents:
Paradigms of aging and ageism -- The angry and frustrated older woman -- The passionate and desiring older woman -- The contented and developing older woman -- The wise and archetypal older woman -- Conclusion.
Summary:
"This critical study explores late twentieth century novels by women writers that feature female protagonists over the age of sixty. These novels create alternate discourses on aging to those largely pejorative ones that dominate Western society"--Provided by publisher.
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