Elke Heidenreich is the author of ten best—selling books and a journalist. Her texts are read and discussed all over Europe. "I'm Not Afraid to Get Old" became a hit and sold over 230,000 copies. "Yes, I'm old. So what?" — this is how the author begins his confession. She is 82 years old, and she laughs at wrinkles, argues with death, and admits that old age is not a disease, but a new chapter in life. Heidenreich does not give recipes for "eternal youth." She's talking about what's really important.: how to maintain mental clarity, a sense of humor, and inner freedom from stereotypes and prejudice. After reading it, you will:* you will stop being afraid of talking about old age; * you will see in the years you have lived a source of strength; * you will learn to accept changes in body and character; * you will understand that age is not a sentence.