The social realities of old age have undergone profound changes
since the middle ages. This study shows, however, that the images,
attitudes and expectations of old people have changed for
less.
Shulamith Shahar shows how the status and social participation
of the elderly varied according to gender, social stratum, economic
resources, position, level of functioning, and personality, as well
as according to regional custom.
The book offers a broad cultural history of old age in medieval
western Europe. Shahar examines the images, attitudes and advocated
norms used in relation to the elderly and looks at the elderly in
various social strata: churchmen and nuns, rulers, small office
holders and soldiers, town dwellers and peasants.
A valuable insight into life and society in the Middle Ages,
this will prove an invaluable addition to history reading
lists.
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