The Coming of Age
What's it about
Ever wonder why society seems to forget people exist after a certain age? Discover the groundbreaking ideas that expose the myths and taboos surrounding aging, and learn why getting older is a cultural phenomenon, not just a biological one. You'll gain a powerful new perspective on how society constructs the experience of old age, often to its own detriment. Uncover the social, political, and personal implications of this "secret shame" and learn how challenging these outdated views can lead to a more authentic and dignified life for everyone, at any age.
Meet the author
A pioneering French philosopher and foundational feminist thinker, Simone de Beauvoir was a leading intellectual voice of the 20th century. After confronting her own mortality and societal attitudes towards aging, she penned The Coming of Age as a groundbreaking exposé. Her rigorous philosophical inquiry and personal experience combine to challenge the silence and shame surrounding old age, demanding dignity for the final chapter of life.
What's it about
Ever wonder why society seems to forget people exist after a certain age? Discover the groundbreaking ideas that expose the myths and taboos surrounding aging, and learn why getting older is a cultural phenomenon, not just a biological one. You'll gain a powerful new perspective on how society constructs the experience of old age, often to its own detriment. Uncover the social, political, and personal implications of this "secret shame" and learn how challenging these outdated views can lead to a more authentic and dignified life for everyone, at any age.
Meet the author
A pioneering French philosopher and foundational feminist thinker, Simone de Beauvoir was a leading intellectual voice of the 20th century. After confronting her own mortality and societal attitudes towards aging, she penned The Coming of Age as a groundbreaking exposé. Her rigorous philosophical inquiry and personal experience combine to challenge the silence and shame surrounding old age, demanding dignity for the final chapter of life.
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