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Things to Do Now That You're 70

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As one grows older, one climbs with surprising strides.” George Sand So what if you're turning 70? After all, with age comes wisdom and a lot of perks. The early years of retirement can be more fruitful, fun-packed, and adventurous than any that went before, with... Read More
Format: Hardback
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A must-have book for anyone in their 70s, packed with fun and inventive suggestions, covering everything from relationships to hobbies and lifestyle advice.

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As one grows older, one climbs with surprising strides.” George Sand

So what if you're turning 70? After all, with age comes wisdom and a lot of perks. The early years of retirement can be more fruitful, fun-packed, and adventurous than any that went before, with the time and space to explore the countless possibilities that life still holds. But what should you do and where should you start? Whether learning how to play the guitar, or writing that novel you've always had in you—don't just kick back in your armchair and let the golden years pass you by. There is a big, wide world out there.

This book will help you think positively, with things like this to look forward to:

  • Expand your horizons - if you want to get into surfing, go for it
  • Make a list of your top ten films and find the time to watch them
  • While you're out on the town, test the bartender's cocktail expertise
  • You've spent a lifetime learning. Put it to good use and enter local quiz competitions

Also available in the series:

Things to Do Now That You're a Dad, Things To Do Now That You're a Mum, Things to Do Now That You're a Grandparent, Things To Do Now That You're Retired, Things to Do Now That You're 40, Things to Do Now That You're 50 and Things to Do Now That You're 60

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780600638773

Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 June 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hamlyn

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Robyn Neild
  • Contributions by Robert Allen

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 108.0mm

Height: 150.0mm

Weight: 150g

Pages: 96

About the Author

Hamlyn (Author)

Hamlyn has a rich history of publishing smart, popular books for everyday living. With food, drink, home, garden, health and parenting at its core, Hamlyn continues to be a dependable and trusted voice for readers and families of all shapes and sizes.

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