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Older American Month is celebrated each year in May. This booklist includes personal and public journeys of discovery and activism in fiction and nonfiction titles. (Created by the Older Adults Program Manager, May, 2021)

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This Chair Rocks

This Chair Rocks

A Manifesto Against Ageism

by Applewhite, Ashton

Book - 2019

Applewhite argues that ageism has caught the baby boomers by surprise, but as with other forms of discrimination, it reveals itself on both a personal and institutional/societal level. Applewhite argues that ageism has caught the baby boomers by surprise, but as with other forms of discrimination, it reveals itself on both a personal and institutional/societal level. Show less

Applewhite argues that ageism has caught the baby boomers by surprise, but as with other forms of discrimination, it reveals itself on both a personal and institutional/societal level. Applewhite argues that ageism has caught the baby boomers by surprise, but as with other forms of discrimination, it reveals itself on both a personal and institutional/societal level. Show less

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Elderhood

Elderhood

Redefining Aging, Transforming Medicine, Reimagining Life

by Aronson, Louise

Book - 2019

Aronson is a geriatrician who looks at our Act III years by drawing from science, medicine, history, anthropology, literature and popular culture. She shows us how to see aging differently and thus change our experience of elderhood. Aronson is a geriatrician who looks at our Act III years by drawing from science, medicine, history, anthropology, literature and popular culture. She shows us how to see aging differently and thus change our experience of elderhood. Show less

Aronson is a geriatrician who looks at our Act III years by drawing from science, medicine, history, anthropology, literature and popular culture. She shows us how to see aging differently and thus change our experience of elderhood. Aronson is a geriatrician who looks at our Act III years by drawing from science, medicine, history, anthropology, literature and popular culture. She shows us how to see aging differently and thus change our experience of elderhood. Show less

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Nomadland

Nomadland

Surviving America in the Twenty-first Century

by Bruder, Jessica

Book - 2017

Bruder explores the lives of older adults who have taken to the road in recreational vehicles to work in a succession of generally low-paying jobs and for...Show more Bruder explores the lives of older adults who have taken to the road in recreational vehicles to work in a succession of generally low-paying jobs and formed a community of the houseless but not homeless. The 2021 Oscar winner for Best Picture and Best Director is based on Bruder's expose. Show less

Bruder explores the lives of older adults who have taken to the road in recreational vehicles to work in a succession of generally low-paying jobs and for...Show more Bruder explores the lives of older adults who have taken to the road in recreational vehicles to work in a succession of generally low-paying jobs and formed a community of the houseless but not homeless. The 2021 Oscar winner for Best Picture and Best Director is based on Bruder's expose. Show less

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Mr. Loverman

Mr. Loverman

A Novel

by Evaristo, Bernardine

Book - 2014

Barrington Jedidiah Walker is in his mid-70s, a West Indian living in London, who must figure out how to live openly as a gay man after 50 years of marriage to his wife. Barrington Jedidiah Walker is in his mid-70s, a West Indian living in London, who must figure out how to live openly as a gay man after 50 years of marriage to his wife. Show less

Barrington Jedidiah Walker is in his mid-70s, a West Indian living in London, who must figure out how to live openly as a gay man after 50 years of marriage to his wife. Barrington Jedidiah Walker is in his mid-70s, a West Indian living in London, who must figure out how to live openly as a gay man after 50 years of marriage to his wife. Show less

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On the Bright Side

On the Bright Side

The New Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 85 Years Old

by Groen, Hendrik

Book - 2019

Henrik lives in a Dutch care home and is an active member of the "Old But Not Dead Club." With wry humor, the members of the club address the qu...Show more Henrik lives in a Dutch care home and is an active member of the "Old But Not Dead Club." With wry humor, the members of the club address the quotidian indignities of aging. They must also confront the final illnesses of their friends and ultimately their own mortality. Show less

Henrik lives in a Dutch care home and is an active member of the "Old But Not Dead Club." With wry humor, the members of the club address the qu...Show more Henrik lives in a Dutch care home and is an active member of the "Old But Not Dead Club." With wry humor, the members of the club address the quotidian indignities of aging. They must also confront the final illnesses of their friends and ultimately their own mortality. Show less

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Ending Ageism, or How Not to Shoot Old People

Ending Ageism, or How Not to Shoot Old People

by Gullette, Margaret Morganroth

Book - 2017

A cultural theorist considers ageism as a construct of history and cultures, and explores the reasons for the lack of our ageism consciousness. A cultural theorist considers ageism as a construct of history and cultures, and explores the reasons for the lack of our ageism consciousness. Show less

A cultural theorist considers ageism as a construct of history and cultures, and explores the reasons for the lack of our ageism consciousness. A cultural theorist considers ageism as a construct of history and cultures, and explores the reasons for the lack of our ageism consciousness. Show less

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Our Souls at Night

Our Souls at Night

by Haruf, Kent

Book - 2015

Addie and Louis, both widowed, have known each other for decades in the small town of Holt, Colorado. Quite unexpectedly, Addie has a proposition for Louis, which ultimately shakes both of their quiet lives. Addie and Louis, both widowed, have known each other for decades in the small town of Holt, Colorado. Quite unexpectedly, Addie has a proposition for Louis, which ultimately shakes both of their quiet lives. Show less

Addie and Louis, both widowed, have known each other for decades in the small town of Holt, Colorado. Quite unexpectedly, Addie has a proposition for Louis, which ultimately shakes both of their quiet lives. Addie and Louis, both widowed, have known each other for decades in the small town of Holt, Colorado. Quite unexpectedly, Addie has a proposition for Louis, which ultimately shakes both of their quiet lives. Show less

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Etta and Otto and Russell and James

Etta and Otto and Russell and James

by Hooper, Emma

Book - 2015

Eight-three year old Etta leaves her Saskatchewan farm, walking over 3000 kilometers to the Atlantic Ocean on an epic adventure, interweaving the present with a dose of magical realism. Eight-three year old Etta leaves her Saskatchewan farm, walking over 3000 kilometers to the Atlantic Ocean on an epic adventure, interweaving the present with a dose of magical realism. Show less

Eight-three year old Etta leaves her Saskatchewan farm, walking over 3000 kilometers to the Atlantic Ocean on an epic adventure, interweaving the present with a dose of magical realism. Eight-three year old Etta leaves her Saskatchewan farm, walking over 3000 kilometers to the Atlantic Ocean on an epic adventure, interweaving the present with a dose of magical realism. Show less

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Late Bloomers

Late Bloomers

The Power of Patience in A World Obsessed With Early Achievement

by Karlgaard, Richard

Book - 2019

The publisher of Forbes magazine argues that most of us are late bloomers, even though much attention is given to the wunderkind of Silicon Valley. Karlg...Show more The publisher of Forbes magazine argues that most of us are late bloomers, even though much attention is given to the wunderkind of Silicon Valley. Karlgaard delves into current brain research, particularly on the brain's adaptability, types of intelligence, and the characteristics of late bloomer strengths. Show less

The publisher of Forbes magazine argues that most of us are late bloomers, even though much attention is given to the wunderkind of Silicon Valley. Karlg...Show more The publisher of Forbes magazine argues that most of us are late bloomers, even though much attention is given to the wunderkind of Silicon Valley. Karlgaard delves into current brain research, particularly on the brain's adaptability, types of intelligence, and the characteristics of late bloomer strengths. Show less

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Chinatown Pretty

Chinatown Pretty

Fashion and Wisdom From Chinatown's Most Stylish Seniors

by Lo, Andria

Book - 2020

Andria Lo's photographs reveal the street style of Asian American elders in six Chinatowns in North America. Through photographs and stories woven from interviews, the authors celebrate complex life histories in addition to a DIY fashion ethic. Andria Lo's photographs reveal the street style of Asian American elders in six Chinatowns in North America. Through photographs and stories woven from interviews, the authors celebrate complex life histories in addition to a DIY fashion ethic. Show less

Andria Lo's photographs reveal the street style of Asian American elders in six Chinatowns in North America. Through photographs and stories woven from interviews, the authors celebrate complex life histories in addition to a DIY fashion ethic. Andria Lo's photographs reveal the street style of Asian American elders in six Chinatowns in North America. Through photographs and stories woven from interviews, the authors celebrate complex life histories in addition to a DIY fashion ethic. Show less

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'Tis

'Tis

A Memoir

by McCourt, Frank

Book - 2005

McCourt published his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir, Angela's Ashes, in his 60s. 'Tis continues his story and his evolution as a writer. McCourt published his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir, Angela's Ashes, in his 60s. 'Tis continues his story and his evolution as a writer. Show less

McCourt published his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir, Angela's Ashes, in his 60s. 'Tis continues his story and his evolution as a writer. McCourt published his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir, Angela's Ashes, in his 60s. 'Tis continues his story and his evolution as a writer. Show less

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Old in Art School

Old in Art School

A Memoir of Starting Over

by Painter, Nell Irvin

Book - 2018

Retired Princeton University history professor Nell Painter describes her journey to become an artist and her experiences as a student again as an older Black woman. Retired Princeton University history professor Nell Painter describes her journey to become an artist and her experiences as a student again as an older Black woman. Show less

Retired Princeton University history professor Nell Painter describes her journey to become an artist and her experiences as a student again as an older Black woman. Retired Princeton University history professor Nell Painter describes her journey to become an artist and her experiences as a student again as an older Black woman. Show less

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How Seniors Are Saving the World

How Seniors Are Saving the World

Retirement Activism to the Rescue!

by Reese, Thelma

Book - 2020

The authors provide brief portraits of older social activists and let them speak in their own voices about their renewed commitments to activism after retirement. The authors provide brief portraits of older social activists and let them speak in their own voices about their renewed commitments to activism after retirement. Show less

The authors provide brief portraits of older social activists and let them speak in their own voices about their renewed commitments to activism after retirement. The authors provide brief portraits of older social activists and let them speak in their own voices about their renewed commitments to activism after retirement. Show less

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Lillian Boxfish Takes A Walk

Lillian Boxfish Takes A Walk

by Rooney, Kathleen

Book - 2017

At 85 years old, Lillian is a retired advertising executive with Macy's, who has lived in New York City for over 50 years. On New Year's Eve, she takes ...Show more At 85 years old, Lillian is a retired advertising executive with Macy's, who has lived in New York City for over 50 years. On New Year's Eve, she takes a solo walk which turns into a ten mile peregrination around Manhattan. While reflecting on her life and the changes in New York City, she meets a whole cast of Manhattan denizens. Show less

At 85 years old, Lillian is a retired advertising executive with Macy's, who has lived in New York City for over 50 years. On New Year's Eve, she takes ...Show more At 85 years old, Lillian is a retired advertising executive with Macy's, who has lived in New York City for over 50 years. On New Year's Eve, she takes a solo walk which turns into a ten mile peregrination around Manhattan. While reflecting on her life and the changes in New York City, she meets a whole cast of Manhattan denizens. Show less

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Gray Panthers

Gray Panthers

by Sanjek, Roger

Book - 2009

The Gray Panthers began in the early 1970s under the leadership of activist Maggie Kuhn. Sanjek recreates the historical time period and draws a portrait...Show more The Gray Panthers began in the early 1970s under the leadership of activist Maggie Kuhn. Sanjek recreates the historical time period and draws a portrait of the membership, particularly the New York City and Berkeley groups. The Gray Panthers were an intergenerational group from the beginning who focused, on senior rights as part of a larger movement advocating for the larger public good. Show less

The Gray Panthers began in the early 1970s under the leadership of activist Maggie Kuhn. Sanjek recreates the historical time period and draws a portrait...Show more The Gray Panthers began in the early 1970s under the leadership of activist Maggie Kuhn. Sanjek recreates the historical time period and draws a portrait of the membership, particularly the New York City and Berkeley groups. The Gray Panthers were an intergenerational group from the beginning who focused, on senior rights as part of a larger movement advocating for the larger public good. Show less

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Nearing Ninety

Nearing Ninety

And Other Comedies of Late Life

by Viorst, Judith

Book - 2019

The children's book author has published a book of poems for each decade beginning in her 50s. With clear-eyed vision, her poems express the fortitude and the many pleasures of aging. The children's book author has published a book of poems for each decade beginning in her 50s. With clear-eyed vision, her poems express the fortitude and the many pleasures of aging. Show less

The children's book author has published a book of poems for each decade beginning in her 50s. With clear-eyed vision, her poems express the fortitude and the many pleasures of aging. The children's book author has published a book of poems for each decade beginning in her 50s. With clear-eyed vision, her poems express the fortitude and the many pleasures of aging. Show less

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Gen2Gen

https://generationtogeneration.org

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Find resources on how to become involved in intergenerational projects as a volunteer or to champion new projects in your community. Find resources on how to become involved in intergenerational projects as a volunteer or to champion new projects in your community. Show less

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