Midlife: A Manual

By Judith Estrine and Steven A. Estrine

Book Overview

It should be the best time of our lives, with our careers on track, finances reasonably secure and the kids finally off to school. Yet, for far too many, midlife is also a period of confusing... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1862045941
• ISBN13: 9781862045941
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Element Books Ltd
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 1.0" x 6.5"

Customer Reviews

MIDLIFE A MANUAL

I enjoyed reading Midlife, A Manual. It covered many of the topics I am facing in my life as a 47 year old mother of four, with adult children leaving the nest, aging parents, retirement in the near future and investment planning. I enjoyed the humor and wit that softens the blows of life's harsh edges. The accounts of personal experience's were wonderful to read, it made me feel less isolated, knowing there are many of us facing these issues. The authors gave terrific useful information and step by step guidlines to take regarding the facing issues. It was a good read and gave helpful ideas.

Advocacy

Midlife, A Manual is a very thought-provoking book. I particularly related to the information on caring for my aging parents. They are at an age when an advocate is most necessary. The book alerted me to aspects I had not considered. For that I am most grateful. Well done!

Informative - Upbeat - Lively

I enjoyed reading this book and think it would make a great birthday gift for baby boomers who have reached that awkward age. The authors tackle their subject with humor and "been there-done that" wisdom.

Midlife- a practical informative book -the best of its kind!

I enjoyed reading Midlife -A Manual very much. The Estrine's have written a thoughtful, insightful work, covering all the major concerns that people have at mid-life - from the empty nest syndrome,establishing new relationships with grown children, dealing with elderly parents, financial planning, and sex. All of this is done in a clear concise and readable manner. The Estrines use anecdotes from their own lives, as well as personal interviews. This technique affords the reader the opportunity to personally identify with the concerns. Additionally, the Estrines offer practical exercises and points to ponder. I have read other books on this topic and found the Estrine's work by far the most well written and useful - a must for anyone going through the tr5auma of midlife!

If you are middle aged, you will love this book

I found a gem on virtually every page of this delightful book. Covering topics as diverse as the workplace, fitness, sexual issues and retirement planning, this book spoke to me with meaningful (and often funny) anecdotes, helpful advice and solid information, including names and phone numbers of government agencies, organizations, etc. It is a quick but fun read, and I'm sure I'll return to it often for specific pieces of information. I highly recommend it!