The Book That Gets Better with Age: Observations through the Looking Glass of Aging

by Tim Love

Overview

This is an engaging collection of aphorisms and stories about the things that can get better with age. It offers a humorous and insightful look through the looking glass of ageing. Because people of age have lived long lives, they have accumulated valuable experience that gives them an advantage that most young people simply don't yet have: wisdom. Wisdom is the ultimate form of intelligence because it is created by combining knowledge with actual experience. This book is a chronicle of the wisdom gained with age and is a gift for all ages, but especially those who are young because it offers a privileged glimpse of the future.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780996943345
Publisher:	LID Publishing
Publication date:	02/01/2017
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	76
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Tim Love is the former vice-chairman of leading advertising firm Omnicom Group. Since retiring in 2013, he has been teaching and writing.

Editorial Reviews

This zhihui de xiao shu (little book of wisdom) reflects much learning about Asian corporate culture. Seniority commands respect and trust. Wisdom comes with age. A 60-year-old politician is regarded young. Aging is graceful and rewarding process worth celebrating.

Pully Chau

Inspirational, informational, incisive! This is a masterclass on how the baby boomer generation thinks, feels and acts and a superlative source of valuable information for marketing to them. Captured in punchy, everyday anecdotes that millions will relate to, this book underlines why Tim Love is one of the greatest marketing minds in business today.

Anthony A. Rose

As this book abundantly illustrates, one thing that definitely gets better with age is wisdom. This is a wise and wonderful book. Enjoy!

Bill Hallamandaris

A collection of warm observations that brings the nod of a head, quite a few smiles and encouragement to follow a more rewarding path.

John Pepper

The Book That Gets Better with Age is a lot of fun. It is a combination of wit and wisdom. And everyone who is getting to be an old crock could use something that makes them feel better about the process.

Jacqueline Hornor Plumez

Tim Love wrote The Book That Gets Better with Age: Observations Through the Looking Glass of Aging to help older folks process life – past, present and future – and assist young people in letting go of things that hinder them now so they can live a fuller life as they age. There are 32 chapters in the book, almost every one of which has an accompanying illustration which brings the concepts to life more. The font also increases one point in each chapter, so you go from about 10/12 font size to 40 or so. It is fun and makes reading feel fast and easy. Tim asked different people the question "What gets better with aging?" Answers like "comfort rather than fashion," "enjoying the journey, rather than just racing to a destination," "doing what you want instead of what you should do," "having an easier time saying no," show wisdom and insight that both old and young can appreciate.

I absolutely LOVE The Book That Gets Better with Age! Tim Love does an exceptional job presenting the different concepts. He has a great sense of humor and a good grasp of language. The chapters flow together and into the next so well, though each chapter can be read as a standalone. Also, select pieces of poetry and thoughtful quotes are sprinkled throughout the book. I find that I appreciate the wording and thoughts in these as I get older too. Poetry is a pain as a youngster. The flavor is so much better as you age – like a good wine. This book is so good. It will DEFINITELY go on my list of top favorite books. And I am already thinking of all the people that would appreciate getting it as a gift, including myself. Recommended for all ages.

Ashley Tetzlaff for Readers' Favorite