The Wisdom of Age
Reflections on Growing Old in the Blue Mountains
Edited by William W. Emilsen and Eugene Stockton.
The Wisdom of Age is a collection of deeply-moving and down-to-earth reflections on growing old in the Blue Mountains. It exemplifies how later years can be embraced as an opportunity for growth and fulfilment, despite the familiar difficulties with standing up, buckling knees, loss, loneliness and creative diminishment. They are written by 24 women and men over eighty who explore the joys and vicissitudes of a long life with honesty, humility and courage. These reflections offer wisdom, inspiration and even comfort to the reader. This book is a must-read for all those who are open to learning from others.
Reflections on Growing Old in the Blue Mountains
Edited by William W. Emilsen and Eugene Stockton.
The Wisdom of Age is a collection of deeply-moving and down-to-earth reflections on growing old in the Blue Mountains. It exemplifies how later years can be embraced as an opportunity for growth and fulfilment, despite the familiar difficulties with standing up, buckling knees, loss, loneliness and creative diminishment. They are written by 24 women and men over eighty who explore the joys and vicissitudes of a long life with honesty, humility and courage. These reflections offer wisdom, inspiration and even comfort to the reader. This book is a must-read for all those who are open to learning from others.
Reflections on Growing Old in the Blue Mountains
Edited by William W. Emilsen and Eugene Stockton.
The Wisdom of Age is a collection of deeply-moving and down-to-earth reflections on growing old in the Blue Mountains. It exemplifies how later years can be embraced as an opportunity for growth and fulfilment, despite the familiar difficulties with standing up, buckling knees, loss, loneliness and creative diminishment. They are written by 24 women and men over eighty who explore the joys and vicissitudes of a long life with honesty, humility and courage. These reflections offer wisdom, inspiration and even comfort to the reader. This book is a must-read for all those who are open to learning from others.
