Longevity the biology and demography of life span / James R. Carey.

Author/creator Carey, James R.
Format Book
Publication InfoPrinceton, N.J. : Princeton University Press, 2003.
Descriptionxxv, 278 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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Subjects

Contents Operational framework -- Mortality deceleration -- Reproduction and behavior -- Mortality dynamics of density -- Dietary effects -- Linkages between reproduction and longevity -- General biodemographic principles -- A general theory of longevity -- Epilogue: a conceptual overview of life span.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [245]-270) and index.
LCCN 2002025294
ISBN0691088489 (hbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0691088497 (pbk.)

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Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks QP85 .C283 2003 ✔ Available Place Hold