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  • The Swedish Art of Ageing Well

  • Life Wisdom from Someone Who Will (Probably) Die Before You
  • By: Margareta Magnusson
  • Narrated by: Natascha McElhone
  • Length: 3 hrs and 39 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (9 ratings)

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The Swedish Art of Ageing Well

By: Margareta Magnusson
Narrated by: Natascha McElhone
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Summary

This is a guide to a life well-lived. It is about the wonder of the everyday and the lessons that age brings.

Wear stripes. Eat chocolate. Don't leave empty-handed.

But also embrace change, let go of what doesn't matter and take care of something or someone other than yourself.

The Swedish Art of Ageing Well is a gentle and welcome reminder that, no matter your age, there are always fresh discoveries ahead and pleasures to be enjoyed every day.

©2023 Margareta Magnusson (P)2023 Canongate Books
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"A warm, accessible guide to ageing with grace and art (and chocolate). I loved it." (Matt Haig)

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Interesting insight into old age

Charming and peaceful in a bleak sort of way. Made me rather dread old age, whilst also admiring the author’s phlegmatic approach to her declining years. I found it quite interesting, if a little depressing, but it is an illuminating insight into life and death and overall I’m glad I listened to it.

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Lovely

After The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, I moved straight on to this. Equally joyful. Easy, peaceful listen.

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Thoroughly good advice

This is all very sensible advice - the sort of thing that is obvious when pointed out, but which you might not consciously focus on otherwise. Has encouraged me to recommence decluttering! Narrator’s voice is very suitable for the content.

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Ageing goals!

I loved the narration and I totally loved the book. Funny and honest. Full of wise words. The older generations are sadly ignored as we rush around our lives. Maybe listen to what they have to say..

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A cheerful memoir combined with practical suggestions. I also read the Swedish Art of Death Cleaning.

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