{"id":7878,"date":"2024-12-11T07:22:02","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T12:22:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.silvercentury.org\/?p=7878"},"modified":"2024-12-11T07:22:02","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T12:22:02","slug":"books-to-give-or-keep-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/78.142.243.82\/~silvercentury\/2024\/12\/books-to-give-or-keep-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Books to Give or Keep, 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

Silver Century regularly recommends books\u2014fiction, nonfiction, memoirs\u2014that reflect our mission by portraying aging positively or by offering insights from thought leaders in the field of aging. Here are some of our favorites for holiday giving or to save for the winter months ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mrs. Quinn\u2019s Rise to Fame<\/b><\/p>\n

By Olivia Ford\u2014<\/span>Pamela Dorman Books<\/span><\/i>, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n

A terrific read for fans of the <\/span>Great British Baking Show<\/span><\/i> or any kind-hearted foodie. What makes this coming-of-(older)age novel truly special is the journey of 77-year-old Jenny, a woman who defies aging stereotypes and overcomes her lack of worldliness when<\/span> she secretly applies to be a contestant on the prime-time TV show <\/span>Britain Bakes.<\/span><\/i> Jenny discovers new passions, learns the importance of embracing new people and experiences and bakes her way into readers’ hearts. If the tender story and the mouthwatering descriptions of baked goods aren’t enough to entice you, all the recipes are included.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unraveling: What I Learned about Life While Shearing Sheep, Dyeing Wool, and Making the World\u2019s Ugliest Sweater<\/b><\/p>\n

By Peggy Orenstein\u2013<\/span>Harper Paperbacks<\/span><\/i>, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n

What did <\/span>you<\/span><\/i> do in the pandemic? This author learned to knit a sweater\u2014from shearing the sheep to the final product, which is, she admits, ugly. Orenstein shares the intricacies of fabric crafts, providing readers with a rich understanding of the history and significance of these age-old traditions. This story is more than a memoir; it shows us the creativity of women across time, expressing their art through craft. It\u2019s a thoroughly delightful, enlightening read. <\/span><\/p>\n

The<\/b> Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise<\/b><\/p>\n

By Colleen Oakley\u2014<\/span>Berkeley<\/span><\/i>, 2023<\/span><\/p>\n

This heartwarming, funny tale tells the intergenerational story of Tanner Quimby, a 21-year-old college dropout, and 84-year-old Louise Wilt, recently incapacitated by a hip replacement and hiding a secret past. The two women form a friendship when Tanner’s parents hire Louise as her caretaker, a position neither woman is happy about. As they get to know each other, they learn they have more in common than they thought. As Louise\u2019s past catches up with her, the pair tries to outrun law enforcement in an interstate adventure with surprising plot twists along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

Roctogenarians: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs <\/b><\/p>\n

By Mo Rocca and Jonathan Greenberg\u2014<\/span>Simon and Schuster<\/span><\/i>, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n

Who doesn\u2019t enjoy the whimsy of humorist Mo Rocca? <\/span>Roctogenarians<\/span><\/i> profiles a wide range of individuals, some famous and some not, challenging the notion that people\u2019s accomplishments dwindle as they age. Many of those profiled in the book faced setbacks, health issues or career obstacles but overcame them through sheer determination and passion. Rocca shows us there is no set timeline for achievement\u2014it is never too late to pursue our dreams. <\/span><\/p>\n

Happy reading in 2025!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Silver Century regularly recommends books\u2014fiction, nonfiction, memoirs\u2014that reflect our mission by portraying aging positively or by offering insights from thought leaders in the field of aging. Here are some of our favorites for holiday giving or to save for the…<\/span><\/p>\n

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