Let Evening Come

by Mary C. Morrison

Book Overview

A daring, yet gently written reflection on one of life's most important periods,Let Evening Comehas the sensitivity and humor that will appeal to readers of any age. Mary C. Morrison explores the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0385490860
• ISBN13: 9780385490863
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Doubleday Books
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.3" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

A Most Kind and Insightful Gesture of Help

"Let Evening Come", was loaned to me by an 83 year old friend. I am 52. The truths in this book are insightful and comforting. Mary Morrison is an honest, compassionate and generous writer. I read the book once and then returned it to my friend. I am ordering my own copy. "Let Evening Come" is a gift for any age; it is about life and living in grace. The reader learns a great deal from this book and is reminded of the place in the heart where age, if we are lucky, awaits us all.

A wonderful book on a subject which many find difficult

I loved this book, it is readable, genuine and beautiful. It has helped me to look forward to old age.I want to give it to an elderly relative who is visually impaired but sadly it is not done on tape - Any plans?

a wonderful roadmap through aging

For a person who has aging parents and who is beginning to age herself, "Let Evening Come" provided insightful, compassionate, thought-provoking, and funny glimpses into the journey. There were times I nodded with recognition at the first hints of my own journey. The book doesn't overwhelm you -- it simply accompanies you, without platitudes, without saccharine, but with tenderness.

Attitude toward life determines how our old age will be

This little gem offers two gifts to the reader: an intimate look into the journal of one who is there (the author is 87)providing us a wonderful awareness of what the feelings are as we age and some very useful tips for preparing for a fulfilling old age. I had borrowed this book from the library, but there were so many rich thoughts that I needed my own copy to underline and mark up. Mary Morrison never understates the deficits that do come with old age but she offers wonderful insights about dealing with them. This book gave me understanding toward my aging mother, aunt and friends. It is also a useful gift for them as they will recognize feelings that they may have thought were theirs alone. I also recommend it for those who are younger because the attitudes we are forming now will be the ones that determine our joy or misery in old age. This is not a heavy book. It is easy reading wth humor and good sense throughout.