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~Aging, Caregiving, Human~
Welcome to the Website of
Kathryn Betts Adams, MSW, PhD
Gerontologist & Author
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The Pianist's Only Daughter:
A Memoir
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“The Pianist’s Only Daughter is not just a memoir about a family marked by music and literature; it’s a reflective exploration of the human condition, the fragility of life, and the strength found in compassion and shared experiences." ~Review Tales
...Family Caregiving Stories are FAMILY Stories...
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An Alzheimer's Authors selection
Pencraft Award Winning Memoir
Kirkus Reviews writes: "Get It!"
IndieReader approved
"...Through the lens of a social gerontologist, she skillfully blends her own experiences as the only daughter with the difficult task of providing care, as well as the subtleties of love and family relationships...incredibly thorough and written with empathy and clarity, making it a priceless, reliable shelf companion for caregivers." ~IndieReader
"Adams' sharp prose delivers...an unflinching portrait of aging and a not-always-flattering picture of medical care in the United States..." ~Kirkus Reviews
Praise for The Pianist's Only Daughter: ​​​
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"Ultimately, The Pianist's Only Daughter stands out among other memoirs for its compelling storytelling, nuanced exploration of universal themes, and the author's unwavering honesty and vulnerability."
~A Look Inside: A Book Review Blog
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"Adams' book not only is an eloquently written memoir, but also a significant book about caregiving."
~Amazon Customer Review
"The Pianist’s Only Daughter drew me right in and kept me engaged throughout. The descriptions are vivid, making me feel like I was right there, experiencing the life of a girl growing up with two very smart and creative parents. It also provides an inside view of the challenge of helping parents through aging, and serves as a good companion to Atul Gawande’s Being Mortal." ~Amazon Customer Review
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"The narrative is peppered with beautiful moments revealing the depth of a daughter's love, which transcends difficulty, personality, history, and distance. Momentos and family photos enrich the book and its author comes across as brave, thoughtful, and modest to a fault." ~Amanda Barusch (https://www.amandabarusch.com)
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