Review of Effective use of older workers

Abstract

Reviews the book "Effective use of older workers" by Elizabeth Llewellyn Breckinridge (see record 1954-02356-000 ). This book is impressive primarily because it shows that many business executives are appreciative of the values inherent in the older workers' skills, knowledges, and excellent work habits. The book is a golden strand beset with four genuine pearls: the quoted addresses of Elizabeth Hatch, Carson Pirie Scott and Company; Curtis Gallenbeck, Inland Steel Company; L. S. Barrus, Cleveland Twist Drill Company; John Bromer, Prudential Insurance Company. The reviewer notes that a major value of this book is the evidence it gives of the progress that has been made toward attaining the objectives of Barkin's constructive action programs to eliminate the prejudices against age by utilizing the skills and abilities of older workers. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)