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Retiring to Spain: Women's Narratives of Nostalgia, Belonging and Community
By Anya Ahmed. 2016
This book is a study of nostalgia, belonging and community which provides a new theoretical framework for understanding retirement migration.…
It is the first account of retirement migration that focuses on the voices of retired working-class British women, who are considering either return migration to the UK or permanent/temporary settlement in Spain. Through a narrative approach, we follow their journeys as they seek, recreate and construct community in a new context and their experiences of belonging and non-belonging are unravelled. The book offers a critical perspective, challenging positivistic, essentialist definitions of community.The New Dynamics of Ageing Volume 2 (The New Dynamics of Ageing)
By Alan Walker. 2018
This volume and its companion, The new dynamics of ageing volume 1, provide comprehensive multi-disciplinary overviews of the very latest…
research on ageing. Together they report the outcomes of the most concerted investigation ever undertaken into both the influence shaping the changing nature of ageing and its consequences for individuals and society. This book concentrates on four major themes: autonomy and independence in later life, biology and ageing, food and nutrition and representation of old age. Each chapter provides a state of the art topic summary as well as reporting the essential research findings from New Dynamics of Ageing research projects. There is a strong emphasis on the practical implications of ageing and how evidence-based policies, practices and new products can produce individual and societal benefits.Social Class in Later Life: Power, Identity and Lifestyle
By Marvin Formosa and Paul Higgs. 2015
Social class in later life: Power, identity and lifestyle provides the most up-to-date collection of new and emerging research relevant…
to contemporary debates on the relationship between class, culture, and later life.Population Ageing from a Lifecourse Perspective: Critical and International Approaches (Ageing and the Lifecourse series)
By Edited by Kathrin Komp and Stina Johansson. 2016
Populations around the globe are ageing rapidly. This demographic shift affects families, market structures and social provisions. This timely volume,…
part of the Ageing and the Lifecourse series, argues that the lifecourse perspective helps us understand the causes and effects of population ageing. The lifecourse perspective suggests that individuals’ experiences at an early age can influence their decisions and behaviour at a later age. This much-needed volume combines insights from different disciplines and real-life experiences to describe the theories and practices behind this idea. It therefore caters to the needs of scholars, practitioners and policy makers in a range of areas including sociology and political science.Critical Questions for Ageing Societies
By Paul Nash, Gemma Carney. 2020
This myth-busting and question-focused textbook tackles the fascinating and important social and policy issues posed by the challenges and opportunities…
of ageing. The unique pedagogical approach recognises the gap between the lives of students and older people, and equips students with the conceptual, analytical and critical tools to understand what it means to grow old and what it means to live in an ageing society. Features include: • Myth-busting boxes incorporated into each chapter that unpack the common assumptions and stereotypes about ageing and older people in a clear and striking way; • A multidisciplinary and issue-focused approach, interspersed with lively examples and vignettes bringing the debates to life; • Group and self-study activities; • A comprehensive glossary of key terms. Answering questions which have arisen over years of longitudinal and systematic research on the social implications of ageing, this lively and engaging textbook provides an essential foundation for students in gerontology, sociology, social policy and related fields.The New Science of Ageing (The New Dynamics of Ageing)
By Alan Walker. 2014
This unique book represents the first multi-disciplinary examination of ageing, covering everything from basic cell biology, to social participation in…
later life, to the representations of old age in the arts and literature. A comprehensive introductory text about the latest scientific evidence on ageing, the book draws on the pioneering New Dynamics of Ageing Programme, the UK’s largest research programme in ageing. This programme brought together leading academics from across the arts and humanities, social and biological sciences and fields of engineering and medical research, to study how ageing is changing and the ways in which this process can be made more beneficial to both individuals and society. Comprising individual, local, national and global perspectives, this book will appeal to everyone with an interest in one of the greatest challenges facing the world – our own ageing.Ageing through Austerity: Critical Perspectives from Ireland
By Edited by Kieran Walsh, Gemma M. Carney and Áine Ní Léime. 2016
Demographic ageing is identified as a global challenge with significant social policy implications. This book explores these implications, with a…
particular focus on the pressures and prospects for ageing societies in the context of austerity. The book presents a carefully crafted study of ageing in Ireland, one of the countries hardest hit by the Eurozone financial crisis. Providing a close, critical analysis of ageing and social policy that draws directly on the perspectives of older people, the text makes significant advances in framing alternatives to austerity-driven government policy and neoliberalism, giving a refreshing interdisciplinary account of contemporary ageing.Ageing, Meaning and Social Structure: Connecting Critical and Humanistic Gerontology
By Edited by Jan Baars, Joseph Dohmen, Amanda Grenier and Chris Phillipson. 2014
Ageing, meaning and social structure is a unique book advancing critical discourse in gerontology and makes a major contribution to…
understanding key social and ethical dilemmas facing ageing societies. It confronts and integrates approaches that have been relatively isolated from each other, and interrelates two major streams of thought within critical gerontology: analyses of structural issues in the context of political economy and humanistic perspectives on issues of existential meaning. The chapters, from a wide range of contributors, focus on major issues in ageing such as autonomy, agency, frailty, lifestyle, social isolation, dementia and professional challenges in social work and participatory research. This volume should be valuable reading for scholars and graduate students in gerontology and humanistic studies, as well as for policy makers and practitioners working in the field of ageing.Researching the Lifecourse: Critical Reflections from the Social Sciences
By Edited by Nancy Worth and Irene Hardill. 2016
The lifecourse perspective continues to be an important subject in the social sciences. Researching the Lifecourse offers a distinctive approach…
in that it truly covers the lifecourse (childhood, adulthood and older age), focusing on innovative methods and case study examples from a variety of European and North American contexts. This original approach connects theory and practice from across the social sciences by situating methodology and research design within relevant conceptual frameworks. This diverse collection features methods that are linked to questions of time, space and mobilities while providing practitioners with practical detail in each chapter.Intersections of Ageing, Gender and Sexualities: Multidisciplinary International Perspectives (Ageing in a Global Context)
By Andrew King, Kathryn Almack and Rebecca L. Jones. 2019
Available Open Access under CC-BY-NC licence. With an increasingly diverse ageing population, we need to expand our understanding of how…
social divisions intersect to affect outcomes in later life. This edited collection examines ageing, gender, and sexualities from multidisciplinary and geographically diverse perspectives and looks at how these factors combine with other social divisions to affect experiences of ageing. It draws on theory and empirical data to provide both conceptual knowledge and clear ‘real-world’ illustrations. The book includes section introductions to guide the reader through the debates and ideas and a glossary offering clear definitions of key terms and concepts.As China has undergone rapid urbanization and population aging in the past few decades, improving the welfare of older people…
in rural areas has become an ever more pressing issue. This title is the first book-length work to examine the influence of urbanization on the mental health of China’s older population outside the city. Incorporating the theoretical framework of social ecology, the author analyzes the socio-cultural factors that have exerted an impact on participants’ mental health, such as their personal life course transition, changes to family living arrangements and community restructuring. Moreover, he introduces several elderly mental health intervention models in China, while evaluating the policy initiatives that have developed based on China’s local resource sufficiency, cultural customs, and older people's needs. The research findings not only facilitate a deeper understanding of China's welfare policy making, but also offers a useful reference for countries that are experiencing similar urbanization and population aging and that wish to formulate better social policies. Students and scholars of social policy, welfare, and gerontology will find this title to be essential reading.An encouraging and compassionate guide for dementia caregivers.Caring for someone with dementia means devotedly and patiently doing a hundred little…
things each day. But few care providers are trained to meet the challenges of dementia—despite the fact that millions of people will struggle with it as they grow older. In A Loving Approach to Dementia Care, Laura Wayman, who is known professionally as the Dementia Whisperer, offers practical, compassionate advice on overcoming caregiving obstacles and maintaining meaningful relationships with loved ones who have dementia and memory loss. In this thoroughly revised third edition, Wayman includes • answers to common caregiver questions, such as "What is dementia?"• a detailed explanation of how to cope with and care for a spouse with dementia symptoms, including advice about communication • a new chapter on caring for someone who has dementia along with other health problems• recommendations about how to handle challenging situations and behaviors• dementia-aware activities that work for both family caregivers and professional care staff• fresh caregiving insights that emphasize the importance of taking time to care for oneselfEach chapter contains two sections—"Lessons Learned" and "Perceptions and Approaches"—which provide details about how readers can apply lessons from the stories Wayman tells to their own caregiving practice. Providing support for the numerous difficulties and disruptions that all caregivers face along the way, A Loving Approach to Dementia Care is an empathetic guide filled with respect, calm, and creativity. It will leave readers feeling empowered and inspired.Nutrients A to Z: a user's guide to foods, herbs, vitamins, minerals & supplements
By Michael Sharon. 2009
With processed foods and commercially-farmed produce offering us less and less essential nutrition these days, people are taking a greater…
interest in their diet as a way to stay healthy and cope with illness and everyday stress. As a result the market is swamped with health claims for every kind of food and a profusion of health supplements, each one claiming wonder properties. This book is an easy-to-use dictionary of every food, herb, vitamin, mineral or supplement you might encounter: from bananas and carrots, olive oil and yoghurt (the oldest natural medicines), to blueberries, guarana and St John's Wort. Each entry gives a definition in plain language: what it is and where it comes from; the form it takes; how to prepare or enjoy it; its medicinal and health benefits and recommended daily dose. In addition, any other key terms or nutrients that are mentioned within the entries are marked in bold to let the reader know that there is a separate entry on that subject.The Vegan Family Cookbook: Simple, Balanced Cooking for Real Life
By Anna Pippus. 2021
A cookbook and culinary toolkit of more than 100 recipes to get affordable, plant-based family meals on the table—in no…
time flat.For many years, Anna Pippus found herself exhausted at the thought of coming up with what to make for dinner every night, until finally she changed how she tackled cooking forever. In The Vegan Family Cookbook, Anna shares the approach she developed to eliminate her mealtime dread: daily cooking themes. Mondays are pasta, Tuesdays are bowls, Wednesdays are one-pot meals, and on Thursdays, it's all about stir-fries. Anna&’s simple yet flavourful recipes have short ingredients lists and streamlined preparations. Kids will love Peanut Butter Banana Waffles and Mac and Cheesy with Broccoli (to name only a few!), while adults and parents will appreciate fuss-free takes on classics, such as Corn Soup with Sneaky Red Lentils, Lighter Kale Pesto Pasta, and Crispy Sweet and Sticky Tofu. The Vegan Family Cookbook is also filled with scrumptious ideas for breakfast, lunch, and snack time, to round out this family-friendly collection. Anna not only shows us what to cook, but how to cook nutritious and delicious vegan food, too. The Vegan Family Cookbook is filled with foundational cooking building blocks, like how to ensure your vegan dishes include enough flavour and texture and how to make soup without a recipe. She shares her mix-and-match approach to building bowls, complete with her family&’s go-to combinations. In everyday life, we need practical, adaptable meals that come together easily. With this book at your side, you'll become a resourceful home cook, confidently feeding your family the best of what nature has to offer every day of the week.Cookies: The New Classics: A Baking Book
By Jesse Szewczyk. 2021
100 bold cookie recipes that take the gold-star standards beyond what you&’ve ever known&“Jesse is a master baker and has…
a sense of style and sophistication that is boldly evident in every recipe.&”—Rick Martínez, James Beard Award–nominated recipe developer, host, and cookbook authorMove beyond the same-old chocolate chip, peanut butter, and oatmeal cookies with Jesse Szewczyk&’s collection of 100 brand-new, boldly flavored, and intriguing yet familiar recipes. Sophisticated and approachable—many don&’t even require an electric mixer—these new classics are divided into chapters by flavors and attributes such as Chocolaty, Boozy, Fruity, Smoky, and Savory.Unexpected combinations like Malted Brownie Biscotti, Key Lime Pie Meringues, Smoked Butter & Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Chewy Blueberry Muffin Sugar Cookies, and Pretzels & Stout Cookie Bars will become your go-to treats for stealing the show at bake sales, gift exchanges, and holiday cookie swaps. Jesse&’s trustworthy recipes and pro baking advice deliver sweet satisfaction to anyone looking to up their cookie game.The popular host of QVC&’s In the Kitchen with David® offers a new collection of 110 simple, time-saving recipes that…
will change the way you shop, cook, and enjoy homemade meals. Like busy people everywhere, David Venable wants to spend less time in the kitchen prepping and cooking and more time at the table with family and friends. From appetizers to desserts, the 110 dishes in Half Homemade, Fully Delicious show home cooks how to take advantage of supermarket shortcuts with ready-to-use products found in every grocery aisle. These cook-friendly spice blends, jarred sauces, frozen fruits, canned foods, and prepped vegetables mean satisfying meals are ready in a fraction of the usual time. A looks-good-enough-to-eat photograph accompanies each recipe. From breakfast to breads, casseroles to cast-iron cooking, there are ideas for every meal and gathering. Here&’s a sampling of what you&’ll discover:• Cheeseburger Hand Pies• Hawaiian Breakfast Bake• Sloppy Joe Soup• Anytime Autumn Salad• Oven-Baked Baby Back Ribs with Lettuce Slaw• Ground Beef–Noodle Casserole• Reuben &“Sandwich&” Skillet Bake• Creamy Corn off the Cob• Rosé Summer Spritzers• Donut Bread Pudding• Chocolate Dream Icebox Pie As acclaimed restaurateur and Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian writes in his foreword, &“What David does better than anyone than I know is take the simplest, most ordinary ingredients and in practically no time create something extraordinary. In this book, Half Homemade, Fully Delicious, David shares his secrets on how to make incredible meals incredibly easy. He expertly shows you how to take store-bought staples and pair them with fresh ingredients for dishes that never compromise on taste.&”My New Table: Everyday Inspiration for Eating + Living
By Trish Magwood. 2021
A beautiful cookbook of fresh, simple, and seasonally inspired recipes for every table, from the bestselling and award winning author…
of dish entertains and In My Mother's Kitchen.Trish Magwood—chef, food and lifestyle entrepreneur and expert, and mom—has had a lot of change in her life since her last cookbook. Through the blending of families, an ever-evolving career, and the renovation of a new home, her table—the place where she comes together with her family and friends to gather, eat, and connect—has been the anchor. In this new cookbook, she shares the easy, seasonal, and delicious family recipes she has created to feed the three happy generations of family and friends who regularly revolve around her table. The recipes in My New Table use fresh, local ingredients that follow the rhythm of the seasons, paired with simple preparations so that their natural flavours shine. As Trish says, she is a &“salt and pepper, butter and olive oil kind of cook,&” and her ingredient-driven recipes suit any day of the week—from midweek evening dinners, to leisurely weekend get-togethers. With My New Table, Trish has created both a must-have recipe collection, and a stunning lifestyle look-book, featuring gorgeous food, interiors, and lifestyle photography throughout. In this book, she shares her inspirations, for both food and style, from life in the city and at home on the farm. My New Table invites you to gather your loved ones around the table, and enjoy the simple pleasures of everyday eating and living together.Cooking at Home: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying About Recipes (And Love My Microwave): A Cookbook
By David Chang, Priya Krishna. 2021
The founder of Momofuku cooks at home . . . and that means mostly ignoring recipes, using tools like the…
microwave, and taking inspiration from his mom to get a great dinner done fast.NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY TASTE OF HOME David Chang came up as a chef in kitchens where you had to do everything the hard way. But his mother, one of the best cooks he knows, never cooked like that. Nor did food writer Priya Krishna&’s mom. So Dave and Priya set out to think through the smartest, fastest, least meticulous, most delicious, absolutely imperfect ways to cook. From figuring out the best ways to use frozen vegetables to learning when to ditch recipes and just taste and adjust your way to a terrific meal no matter what, this is Dave&’s guide to substituting, adapting, shortcutting, and sandbagging—like parcooking chicken in a microwave before blasting it with flavor in a four-minute stir-fry or a ten-minute stew. It&’s all about how to think like a chef . . . who&’s learned to stop thinking like a chef.Veggies & Fish: Inspired New Recipes for Plant-Forward Pescatarian Cooking
By Bart Van Olphen. 2020
The acclaimed author of The Tinned Fish Cookbook turns to fresh, eco-friendly seafood with 95 veggie-loving, globe-trotting recipes—spectacularly photographed by…
David Loftus&“Joyful. . . . Bart continues to raise the global standards of the fish on our tables in a very delicious way!&”—Josh Niland, author of The Whole Fish Cookbook Grilled, sautéed, roasted, even raw—veggies and fish are perfect for each other. But traditionally, fish has been the main event. Bart van Olphen flips the script in this exciting new cookbook starring healthy, fresh produce, with delicious fish and shellfish in the supporting role. Sail away on a world tour of cuisine in 95 mouthwatering recipes—from Italian-inspired Tomato & Tuna Gnocchetti to Miso Eggplant with Fried Mackerel from Japan. FLAVORFUL RAW DISHES, like Cucumber & Fennel Salad with Gin & Tonic Salmon and Vegetable Ceviche with Hake & Jalapeño Tiger&’s MilkSAVORY CURRIES & STEWS, like Yellow Curry with Mussels and Vegetable Stew with Saffron & MonkfishSCRUMPTIOUS SNACKS & SANDWICHES, like Crudités with Anchoïade & Tapenade and Pan BagnatBELOVED CLASSICS REIMAGINED, like Seaweed-Salmon Burgers with Celery Rémoulade, Spaghetti Carbonara with Spinach, Dulse & Smoked Salmon An impassioned advocate of sustainable fishing, Bart also demystifies ethical shopping and spotlights eco-friendly seaweeds and sea vegetables in irresistible dishes like Sea Lavender & Water Spinach with Shrimp & Tarragon Cream. Spectacularly photographed by David Loftus, this inspired cookbook will change the way you eat Veggies & Fish!Healthy Easy Mexican: Over 140 Authentic Low-Calorie, Big-Flavor Recipes
By Velda de la Garza. 2021
Unlock all the health benefits—and all the flavor—of Mexican cuisine, with this lighter take on traditional favorites! Traditional Mexican ingredients…
aren&’t just delicious; they&’re good for you, too: Avocados are a superfood, and so are beans and lentils. Corn is a fiber powerhouse—and what is salsa if not a fresh vegetable sauce? In Healthy Easy Mexican, Velda de la Garza reintroduces this craveable cuisine with 140 new, lighter recipes her abuelita would approve of. From chalupas to enchiladas and nachos to tacos, she elevates whole produce and lean meats to fiesta-worthy fare with generous helpings of herbs and spices (also good for you)! Here are can&’t-miss classics (like tamales, which date back to the Aztecs), Latin Caribbean–Mexican fusions (Slow Cooker Pork Pernil Tacos!), and Tex-Mex traditions, like the Cowboy Bread recipe passed down by Velda&’s grandfather. Quick preparations with short ingredient lists will have you eating in no time, while nutrient information for every recipe steers you right. This is Healthy Easy Mexican. ¡Buen provecho!Flavorful fresh salsas and dips: Guacamole with Toasted CuminProtein-packed meat and fish dishes: Steak Tacos with Tomatillo SauceFilling vegetarian favorites: Mushroom and Cheese EnchiladasPlus hearty salads, rice and beans, soups, breads, desserts, and more!