Care Services for Later Life: Transformations and Critiques Anthony Warnes , Lorna Warren and Michael Nolan Care Services for Later Life: Transformations and Critiques ( editors ) Jessica Kingsley Publishers 351pp £17.95 1-85302-852-5 1853028525.

This is an informative and thought provoking book. Most of the chapters are written in a straightforward style making the arguments easily accessible. It approaches sociological aspects of ageing in a refreshingly clear and balanced manner. Presentday experiences are put in context by looking at the historical position and likely future trends. How, for instance, will the 'baby boomers' hitting old age, change the role of the older person in society?