A dozen positive perspectives on aging are presented in response to the charge that gerontology reflects societal biases toward this population. Kaye (U. of Maine School of Social Work) introduces a text filling conceptual and practical gaps in the literature on facilitative roles for social workers working with the "new aged," who are active in every sense. Appendices include an annotated resource list and a strengths assessment interview guide with such questions as: "What lessons have you learned about how to cope with life from day to day?" Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
