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Earth's Elders: The Wisdom of the World's Oldest People (Hardcover)

by Jerry Friedman (Author), Robert Coles (Contributor), Lama Surya Das (Contributor), Dr. Joycelyn Elders (Contributor)
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  • Hardcover: 215 pages
  • Publisher: Earths Elders Foundation; 1 edition (September 28, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0976910802
  • ISBN-13: 978-0976910800
  • Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.1 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #83,126 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars inspiring stories of the well-lived life, October 9, 2005
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These stories and photographs of amazing supercentenarians, ordinary people who have lived extraordinary lives spanning three centuries,are inspirational and captivating. The interviews illuminate the life experiences of these hardy individuals; their portraits show visually a glimpse into their souls; the essays have lessons for all of us. This is an amazing book with a message for everyone on how to live life to the fullest. Bravo!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Gift of Wisdom and Beauty, October 4, 2005
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This insightfully written and beautifully photographed book offers a rare view into the lives of the olderst people on earth whose lives have spanned 3 centuries. The photos and stories of these amazing folks invite awe and contemplation from both children and adults at all stages of life. It will truly move you as it did me.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book, October 5, 2005
I was amazed by the stories and lives of these super-elderly members of our society. This is a fascinating book. It is beautifully written and photographed!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wisdom of the World's Oldest People
I first read this book as a "borrowed book" from the library. My Father was 60 years young when I was born and a World War I Veteran. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Iris Wilde

5.0 out of 5 stars Learn the Secrets of Longevity from Super Centanarians.
I learned so much about living from these super centanarians, many of whose lives have spanned three centuries. Their stories are very inspiring and enlightening.
Published 18 months ago by B. Keller

2.0 out of 5 stars Lacking the depth to reveal any true wisdom
When someone applies their talents to an almost sacred subject as "The Wisdom of the World's Oldest People" you expect more. You expect depth. Read more
Published 22 months ago by William Van Someren

5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down
Great book. I couldn't put it down. Very inspirational. Each of the stories were only a few pages long which made it nice if you didn't have a lot of time on your hands at one... Read more
Published on July 13, 2006 by Gina Marie

4.0 out of 5 stars Earth's Elders: The Wisdom of the World's Oldest People
I enjoyed the book very much. The essays in the beginning of the book were outstanding and reading a short bio of each of the supercentenarians was fascinating. Read more
Published on March 24, 2006 by Cynthia DeSanto

4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable read.
Very good book. Worth the read but I had hoped for more. I would have liked to hear more insights on what each wished they had done in life (regrets), what they were glad they had... Read more
Published on March 19, 2006 by Gary in Sun City, AZ

5.0 out of 5 stars Earth's Elders
A book that should be a permanent fixture on all coffee tables. It is
quite informative with a general theme (keep stress to a minimum). Read more
Published on February 28, 2006 by Jane Davis

4.0 out of 5 stars Good but would like more stories
Its good. but ostly pics I would have liked more of the elder advise.
Published on February 24, 2006 by Tod Collett

4.0 out of 5 stars Savor the stories
I really like this book. It is as I expected. The rules of living a long life are easily garnered from the stories of the elders. Read more
Published on February 23, 2006 by Alice Kavanagh

5.0 out of 5 stars "Earth's Elders: The Wisdom of the World's Oldest People" is a "must read" for the twentieth century
Jarry Friedman's book, "Earth's Elders: The Wisdom of the World's Oldest People" is as wise at it is moving. Read more
Published on February 1, 2006 by Joanne C. Herrmann

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