Title
Elderhood
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Finalist For The Pulitzer Prize In General Nonfictionlonglisted For The Andrew Carnegie Medal For Excellence In Nonfictionwinner Of The Wsu Aos Bonner Book Awardwinner Of The 2022 At Home With Growing Older Impact Awardthe New York Times Bestseller From Physician And Awardwinning Writer Louise Aronsonan Essential, Empathetic Look At A Vital But Often Disparaged Stage Of Life, As Revelatory As Atul Gawande'S Being Mortal.For More Than 5,000 Years, Old Has Been Defined As Beginning Between The Ages Of 60 And 70. That Means Most People Alive Today Will Spend More Years In Elderhood Than In Childhood, And Many Will Be Elders For 40 Years Or More. Yet At The Very Moment That Humans Are Living Longer Than Ever Before, We'Ve Made Old Age Into A Disease, A Condition To Be Dreaded, Denigrated, Neglected, And Denied.Reminiscent Of Oliver Sacks, Noted Harvardtrained Geriatrician Louise Aronson Uses Stories From Her Quarter Century Of Caring For Patients, And Draws From History, Science, Literature, Popular Culture, And Her Own Life To Weave A Vision Of Old Age That'S Neither Nightmare Nor Utopian Fantasya Vision Full Of Joy, Wonder, Frustration, Outrage, And Hope About Aging, Medicine, And Humanity Itself.Elderhood Is For Anyone Who Is, In The Author'S Own Words, An Aging, I.E., Stillbreathing Human Being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Elderhood'? A: 'Elderhood' explores the experience of aging, presenting it as a vital stage of life that deserves empathy and understanding, rather than fear or neglect.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Elderhood'? A: The book is authored by Louise Aronson, a physician and award-winning writer known for her insights into aging and medicine.
- Q: What awards has 'Elderhood' received? A: 'Elderhood' is a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in General Nonfiction, longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction, and has won several awards including the WSU AOS Bonner Book Award.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Elderhood'? A: 'Elderhood' was published on March 2, 2021.
- Q: How many pages does 'Elderhood' contain? A: 'Elderhood' has a total of 464 pages.
- Q: What format is 'Elderhood' available in? A: 'Elderhood' is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is 'Elderhood' suitable for all readers? A: 'Elderhood' is intended for anyone interested in the aging process, making it suitable for a wide range of readers, especially those who are aging themselves.
- Q: What kind of insights can readers expect from 'Elderhood'? A: Readers can expect a blend of personal stories, scientific research, and cultural commentary that provides a comprehensive view of aging.
- Q: What themes does 'Elderhood' address? A: 'Elderhood' addresses themes of joy, frustration, and hope related to aging and the medical field, challenging societal perceptions of elderhood.
- Q: Can 'Elderhood' be used as a resource for understanding elder care? A: Yes, 'Elderhood' can serve as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of elder care and the importance of viewing aging positively.