"Aging in America provides an excellent introduction to the sociology and demography of aging, an area whose importance has been growing for decades but only recently has captured the attention of both academics and policy makers."--Joan R. Kahn, Professor of Sociology, University of Maryland, College Park "Deborah Carr provides a timely update on the national portrait of older adults in the United States and concisely debunks many misconceptions about old age. This book demonstrates how a scholar's work can significantly move the field forward."--I-Fen Lin, Professor of Sociology, Bowling Green State University