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Finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in General NonfictionA New York Times BestsellerLonglisted 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 AwardAs revelatory as Atul Gawandes Being Mortal, physician and awardwinning author Louise Aronsons Elderhood is an essential, empathetic look at a vital but often disparaged stage of life.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, weve 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 thats 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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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Elderhood' by Louise Aronson? A: 'Elderhood' explores the often misunderstood stage of aging, aiming to redefine what it means to grow old in contemporary society. The author presents an empathetic view of aging, drawing from personal experiences and historical context.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Elderhood'? A: The book is written by Dr. Louise Aronson, a physician and geriatrician with extensive experience in caring for older adults.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Elderhood'? A: 'Elderhood' contains 464 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of aging and its implications.
- Q: When was 'Elderhood' published? A: 'Elderhood' was published on June 11, 2019.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'Elderhood' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: What accolades has 'Elderhood' received? A: 'Elderhood' has been recognized as a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in General Nonfiction and has won several awards, including the WSU AOS Bonner Book Award and the At Home With Growing Older Impact Award.
- Q: Is 'Elderhood' suitable for all readers? A: Yes, 'Elderhood' is intended for anyone interested in the aging process, including caregivers, healthcare professionals, and individuals approaching elderhood themselves.
- Q: What approach does Louise Aronson take in 'Elderhood'? A: Aronson combines storytelling with insights from her medical practice, history, science, and literature to create a nuanced perspective on aging.
- Q: Does 'Elderhood' provide practical advice for aging individuals? A: While 'Elderhood' is primarily a reflective work, it offers insights and observations that can help readers better understand and navigate the aging process.
- Q: Can 'Elderhood' help change perceptions of aging? A: Yes, the book encourages readers to reconsider societal attitudes toward aging and to view elderhood as a valuable and enriching stage of life.