Human Longevity, Individual Life Duration, and the Growth of the Oldest-Old Population: 4 (International Studies in Population)

Author: Robine, Jean-Marie

Brand: Springer

Edition: 2007 ed.

Binding: hardcover

Format: Illustrated

Number Of Pages: 442

Release Date: 15-09-2006

Part Number: 9781402048463

Details:

Old-age survival has considerably improved in the second half of the twentieth century. Why has such a substantial extension of human lifespan occurred? How long can we live? In this book, these fundamental questions are explored by experts from diverse fields. They report on recent cutting-edge studies about essential issues of human longevity and social factors of long survival in old age.

EAN: 9781402048463

Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 1.1 inches

Languages: english