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Against modernism
Author(s)Gail Wilson
Journal titleGenerations Review, vol 6, no 4, December 1996
Pagespp 8-9
KeywordsDemography ; Economics ; Interpretation ; Theory.
AnnotationThe author defines modernity as a way of organising knowledge which treats rationality and scientific method as the ultimate authorities. Demography and economics are part of modernity. However, the knowledge they offer about ageing is usually presented in simplistic and inaccurate forms.
Accession NumberCPA-970221006 A
ClassmarkS8: W: 4CC: 4D

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