Book description
From the bestselling author Judith Viorst comes a witty and poignant exploration of the joys and sorrows of life’s twilight years—one that leaves us laughing, pondering, and grateful for the moments we have left.
In a career that has spanned more than fifty years, Judith Viorst has captivated readers with…
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1 author picked Making the Best of What's Left as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
A thought-provoking little book about the challenges of life in what the author refers to as the Final Fifth (age 80 and beyond).
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