The Nine Myths of Aging: Maximizing the Quality of Later LifeThorndike Press, 1998 - 459 oldal You can teach an old dog new tricks. Memory isn't the first thing to go. In a book that debunks the most prevalent myths about aging, Dr. Douglas Powell tells us why knowing the truth can help us remain physically, mentally and socially vigorous for as long as possible. Conversational in tone, it combines anecdotes and real-life details of aging. The result is a unique and invaluable book for anyone who wants to manage the process with serenity and understanding of the realities of aging. |
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The Nine Myths of Aging: Maximizing the Quality of Later Life Douglas H. Powell Nincs elérhető előnézet - 1998 |
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