Sharon R. Curtin discusses the book "Nobody Ever Died of Old Age"

BROADCAST: Jun. 7, 1973 | DURATION: 00:55:40

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Synopsis

In order to write her book, "Nobody Ever Died of Old Age", Sharon R. Curtin went undercover and pretended to be interested in a nursing homes so she could go visit the facilities. Curtin's book also offers praise to the old people and she points out outrage for their loneliness.

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Broadcast Date
Jun. 7, 1973

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55.35 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
55 minutes, 40 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

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Older Adult & Older Adult Care

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Sharon R. Curtin discusses the book "Nobody Ever Died of Old Age"

Synopsis

In order to write her book, "Nobody Ever Died of Old Age", Sharon R. Curtin went undercover and pretended to be interested in a nursing homes so she could go visit the facilities. Curtin's book also offers praise to the old people and she points out outrage for their loneliness.

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