Thomas R Cole

We aspire to live in a country where old men are celebrated as vital elders but not demeaned if they become ill and dependent. We aspire to maintain health as well as maintain dignity and fulfillment in frailty. Old Man Country helps listeners see and imagine these possibilities for themselves. The book follows the journey of a writer in search of wisdom, as he encounters twelve distinguished American men over eighty-including Paul Volcker, the former...

"...Shows the emotional impact of stroke on the lives and relationships of 6 diverse couples, and provides useful information on the warning signs of stroke, preventive measures, and recent developments in treatment and rehabilitative therapy."--Container.