The Fountain of Age
work by Friedan
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The Fountain of Age (1993) is a work by Betty Friedan that addresses the psychology of old age. The book challenges societal views that equate aging with loss and depletion, advocating for a revised perspective on this life stage. Friedan, a prominent feminist known for The Feminine Mystique, explored the dissatisfaction of women in traditional roles and later turned her attention to the experiences and perceptions of aging. The work encourages a more positive and empowering understanding of growing older.12
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