Beth B Hess Editor

Matilda White Riley (1911–2004) was an American gerontologist, working first as a research specialist before becoming a professor. She spent much of her career as a sociologist specializing in aging at the National Institute of Aging, Maryland, USA.

Beth B. Hess (1928–2003) was a feminist sociologist and gerontologist. At the time of original publication, she was Professor of Sociology at the County College of Morris, New Jersey, USA.

Kathleen Bond was at the time of original publication, working at the National Institute of Aging, Maryland, USA.