- Taschenbuch: 275 Seiten
- Verlag: Basic Books; Auflage: Reprint (12. Januar 2010)
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-10: 0465018637
- ISBN-13: 978-0465018635
- Größe und/oder Gewicht: 22,4 x 14,5 x 2 cm
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"Library Journal"
"[Abigail Trafford] delves into the problems of retirement and illness with compassionate insight and offers observations rather than advice. A distinctive slant on the aging process; highly recommended."
"[Abigail Trafford] delves into the problems of retirement and illness with compassionate insight and offers observations rather than advice. A distinctive slant on the aging process; highly recommended."
"Washington Post"
.,."the mood also amounts to a point of view: not rose-colored glasses but a strong, hopeful heart and an abiding belief in the power of love."
"Publishers Weekly"
"This insightful book has quite a bit to say about modern relationships, young and old, the most important of which may be that falling in love at 80 is not much different from falling in love at 18."
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This is an enlightening and inspiring look at what it means to love and be loved in the decades after midlife. In "As Time Goes By", journalist and social commentator Abigail Trafford explores how men and women are reinventing and reinvigorating their relationships, proposing a new definition of love and marriage that takes into account the impact of longevity on relationships. Today's 50 to 75 year olds are the first generation to embrace a new period of vitality between midlife and old age. And they are creating what Trafford calls a marital narrative that over many decades is likely to alternate between periods of single hood and partnership, independence and intimacy. She draws on in-depth interviews with hundreds of post-50 men and women, deftly narrating how they are re-imagining romance after completing the tasks of raising children and fleshing out their resumes. Whether she's offering solutions to the vexing 'retired spouse syndrome', sharing stories of sexual turmoil, showing how to plan a marital time-out or how to navigate the troubled waters of divorce, Abigail Trafford's wise counsel is imbued with her signature warmth and reassurance. Filled with moving personal narratives and bolstered with solid and sympathetic advice by Trafford and other longevity experts, "As Time Goes By" is a much-needed guide to the pursuit of love and happiness in a dynamic new stage of life.
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Reasonably informative (3.25*s)
21. März 2009
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This book is a reasonable effort at shedding light on the possibilities and problems of coupledom in old age and/or retirement. It's not particularly remarkable to note that some marriages involve serial spouses (many marriages), are boomerang (marry, divorce, remarry same person), are throwback romantic (return to a past love), or have lasted a lifetime. Plenty of examples of all types are presented. It could be significant that the author's sample of marriages is highly skewed. Those she interviewed were invariably upper middle-class and professionals, in many cases in professions that permitted a great deal of flexibility and chances to control when one's working career is over or to move to related alternatives.
By far the most significant aspect of the book is her scattered discussions about the stresses of moving from work to retirement, involving either one or both marital partners. Changes in the primary earner can be especially problematical. With the structure of work gone, the intricacies of marriage move to the center of their lives. Cracks and incompatibilities, perhaps long dormant, in the marriage will invariably come to the fore when it becomes so important. As one would expect, the ability to communicate is foremost in overcoming hurdles, especially matters such as depression or sickness. In some cases, marriages become flat-lined, a situation where tolerance, appeasement, or a kind of standoff is achieved with no chance of an enjoyable relationship.
The author also discusses such matters as the changing capability of engaging in or enjoying physical intimacy. In addition, she contends that a network of at least ten close friends is necessary. She warns against the susceptibleness to infatuation, perhaps due to the realization of fewer years remaining.
The book is mildly informative and keeps the number of example cases at a reasonable level. Finding examples of marriages similar to one's own can be comforting, enlightening, or even a call to action. The author makes no scientific claims concerning her work. She does not indicate how her sample was selected and there are no reference notes. The author is certainly correct to note that we are an aging population. The issues raised in this book will become more and more relevant in our society.
By far the most significant aspect of the book is her scattered discussions about the stresses of moving from work to retirement, involving either one or both marital partners. Changes in the primary earner can be especially problematical. With the structure of work gone, the intricacies of marriage move to the center of their lives. Cracks and incompatibilities, perhaps long dormant, in the marriage will invariably come to the fore when it becomes so important. As one would expect, the ability to communicate is foremost in overcoming hurdles, especially matters such as depression or sickness. In some cases, marriages become flat-lined, a situation where tolerance, appeasement, or a kind of standoff is achieved with no chance of an enjoyable relationship.
The author also discusses such matters as the changing capability of engaging in or enjoying physical intimacy. In addition, she contends that a network of at least ten close friends is necessary. She warns against the susceptibleness to infatuation, perhaps due to the realization of fewer years remaining.
The book is mildly informative and keeps the number of example cases at a reasonable level. Finding examples of marriages similar to one's own can be comforting, enlightening, or even a call to action. The author makes no scientific claims concerning her work. She does not indicate how her sample was selected and there are no reference notes. The author is certainly correct to note that we are an aging population. The issues raised in this book will become more and more relevant in our society.
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Overview of how times have changed
1. April 2009
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As a reader in my 70's I enjoyed the author's view, based on statistics, of how marriage ideals and living together have changed over the decades. Trafford writes for the lay reader with insight, humor and interesting personal interviews.
As Time Goes By
20. August 2011
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A great book. It shows us where we and many other people have been in our lives and possibly where we are headed..
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