
The book of life: one man's search for the wisdom of age
Biography, Aging (social issues), Travel and geography
Automated braille
Summary
Jackson quit his job to travel the world with his wife, meet the oldest people alive and imbibe some of their knowledge. He describes nonagenarians and centenarians in Slovakia, Russia, Turkey, Egypt, Zanzibar, Zimbabwe, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, America, Ecuador and… Bolivia. In their meetings with the aged, they explore the changing world and the peaceful demeanour which has helped these survivors to live into their dotage. 2000.