Wonder and Happiness at Being Old by Sophy Burnham

I love the title of this book by Sophy Burnham. For many, growing old is looked at as only a time of loss (of abilities, health, loved ones and more), but here is a book that offers a more nuanced perspective. I was engaged with this epistolary read from the very first sentences. There is so much humor, warmth and honest reflection to be found in these pages.

I suggest reading this title along with Judith Viorst’s Making the Best of What’s Left. Both are just terrific.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 20 May 25

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4 thoughts on “Wonder and Happiness at Being Old by Sophy Burnham”

  1. I am loving being old, Joyce! One of the women in our swimming group is turning 70 in a few weeks (so am I) but she has gone into a real downward spiral about it, and I am worried for her. Aging is great fun!
    Both these books sound great. I’ll check at the library for them. Thank you. 💖📚

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