Hello, elderly loved ones! We know you like to read, so we devised a list of books for seniors that will fit your interests and needs. We’ve got you covered whether you’re looking for something light and easy to get through or need a quick read on an afternoon off from work. Be sure to check out our list below!
The Color Purple, By Alice Walker
This book is a must-read for all older adults. It’s about an African-American woman named Celie who has been abused by her father and forced to marry a man she doesn’t love. But the story gets better when she meets Shug Avery, who becomes her best friend and helps her through all the hardships of being poor and black in 1930s America. The Color Purple shows how important it is to have someone at your side when life gets tough–especially if they’re more than just friends!
The Kite Runner
This is a powerful novel about the friendship between two boys, Amir and Hassan. Amir, the son of a wealthy Afghan merchant, views his friend Hassan as inferior because he is the son of an illiterate laborer. The story takes place during Afghanistan’s tumultuous history, which includes Soviet occupation and civil war. When tragedy strikes both families, their relationship must be tested repeatedly until it reaches its breaking point.
This book won’t be for everyone-it has some violent scenes that may upset sensitive readers-but if you want to learn more about modern Afghanistan or enjoy a heartbreaking tale about friendship and betrayal, then this might be just what you need!
Our Town
This book is a classic, and it will make you think about small towns differently. As the story progresses, you’ll get to know all the people living in this small town. You’ll also get to see how their relationships with each other and their families affect their lives.
This book shows us that life can be simple but also complicated at the same time. It’s easy for us to forget about how much we take for granted when living in big cities like New York or Los Angeles-and this book reminds us of how important family and friends are in our lives!
Atonement
Atonement by Ian McEwan is a beautifully written story of a young girl who has committed a serious crime. As she grows up and tries to atone for her sins, she learns that forgiveness can come unexpectedly. This book will appeal to anyone who likes thought-provoking reading that is both entertaining and thought-provoking!
Lolita
Lolita is a book that every elderly person should read. It’s about a man who falls in love with a young girl, but it’s not what you think it is.
In this novel by Vladimir Nabokov, we see an old professor who has been married for decades to his wife and has two children. The professor falls in love with an 11-year-old girl named Dolores Haze (Lolita). This story follows their relationship as it progresses through time and space until the end, where everything changes drastically for both characters involved in this love triangle between them and another man named John Ray Jr., who also happens to be Dolores’ stepfather!
A Dog’s Purpose
“A Dog’s Purpose” is one of the most popular books for elderly people to read. A Dog’s Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron is a heartwarming book about a dog who keeps reincarnating to find his purpose in life. This book is perfect for elderly people who have lost their pets recently or are experiencing feelings of grief or depression due to their declining health.
