Includes bibliographical references (pages 152-155) and index.
Contents
Foreword / Harry R. Moody. -- 1. Introduction: Faith as a Feature of Identity and of Late Life.- The Theoretical and Methodological Context of the Study. -- 2. The Bedrock of Faith and Religion -- Socialization. -- 3. The Folkways of Prayer in Late Life. -- 4. Other Folkways of Faith in Late Life. -- 5. A Grown-Up Faith With Musings, Doubts, and Questions. -- 6. Folkways of Faith in Long-Term Care Settings: Self, Soul, and Space. -- 7. Conclusion: Beyond a Reflexive Faith?. -- App. A.A Closer Look at Several Steps in the Research Process. -- App. B. Some Social Characteristics of the Sample.