At age 90 Roy Rowan, career correspondent for Time, Life and
Fortune magazines and author of ten books - including
Chasing the Dragon (Lyons 2004, film forthcoming from
Universal Pictures/Tribeca Films) - is sharing his views "on
the pleasures and potentials of old age." This appealing pro
interweaves quotes from experts in gerontology and other
sage writers with his own experiences and insights on aging.
This is an upbeat, enjoyable read, perfect for Baby Boomers
looking to learn from one who is older and perhaps wiser -
one who faces life with nerve. Rowan addresses a spectrum of
topics including the subjectivity of the label "old," the
significance of his continuing to research and report well
into his "golden years," the importance of optimism (and its
role in one's immune system), and the fight for maintaining
one's independence as the years go by.
