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Be an Outrageous Older Woman - by Ruth H Jacobs (Paperback)

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  • In a society that worships youth and relegates its seniors to second-class citizen status, many elderly women end up ignored, mourning their lost youth.
  • Author(s): Ruth H Jacobs
  • 320 Pages
  • Social Science, Women's Studies

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About the Book



A unique guide to living it up in the senior years, this feisty book addresses the many issues faced by older women in a sassy, humorous, and yes, even outrageous way. Drawing from her personal experience and from years of meticulous research, Dr. Jacobs offers practical advice and innovative ideas.



Book Synopsis



In a society that worships youth and relegates its seniors to second-class citizen status, many elderly women end up ignored, mourning their lost youth. It doesn't have to be that way, says Dr. Ruth Harriet Jacobs, "Remarkable Aging Smart Person" and self-proclaimed troublemaker. Her solution: "Be An" "Outrageous Older Woman." A unique guide to living it up in the senior years, this feisty book addresses the many issues faced by older women in a sassy, humorous and yes, even outrageous way. Drawing from her personal experience and from years of meticulous research, Dr. Jacobs covers such areas as:

Sexuality: an A-to-Z list of different ways to keep the fires of passion burning

Reinventing yourself

Having fun on a tight budget

Fostering relationships and social groups

Being outrageous with your descendants

The benefits and bonuses of aging -- the most freedom since puberty

Much, much more

Filled with practical advice and innovative ideas, "Be an Outrageous Older Woman" gives readers the knowledge and inspiration they need to live as first-class citizens and make their golden years shine.



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In a society that worships youth and relegates its seniors to second-class citizen status, many elderly women end up ignored, mourning their lost youth. It doesn't have to be that way, says Dr. Ruth Harriet Jacobs, Remarkable Aging Smart Person and self-proclaimed troublemaker. Her solution: Be An Outrageous Older Woman. A unique guide to living it up in the senior years, this feisty book addresses the many issues faced by older women in a sassy, humorous and yes, even outrageous way. Drawing from her personal experience and from years of meticulous research, Dr. Jacobs covers such areas as:

  • Sexuality: an A-to-Z list of different ways to keep the fires of passion burning

  • Reinventing yourself

  • Having fun on a tight budget

  • Fostering relationships and social groups

  • Being outrageous with your descendants

  • The benefits and bonuses of aging -- the most freedom since puberty

  • Much, much more

    Filled with practical advice and innovative ideas, Be an Outrageous Older Woman gives readers the knowledge and inspiration they need to live as first-class citizens and make their golden years shine.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.01 Inches (H) x 5.35 Inches (W) x .82 Inches (D)
Weight: .63 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Social Science
Sub-Genre: Women's Studies
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Format: Paperback
Author: Ruth H Jacobs
Language: English
Street Date: August 23, 1997
TCIN: 85117702
UPC: 9780060952532
Item Number (DPCI): 247-53-2023
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.82 inches length x 5.35 inches width x 8.01 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.63 pounds
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Q: What topics does the book cover for older women?

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Q: Who is the author of this book?

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Q: How many pages does the book contain?

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  • A: The book contains a total of 320 pages packed with practical advice and innovative ideas.

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Q: What approach does the author take in discussing aging?

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