Grandparents & Grandchildren: Shared Memories

I was moved by this book. I happen to be one of the grandaughters featured in this book, and I hate to admit this, but I really wouldn't have picked it up, but since I was given a free copy, I read, and it made me appreciate the relationship between my grandfather and me. Now everyone that has picked it up, wants a copy. It really is touching.

This is a delightfully written book filled with poignant reflections of love betweem grandparents and grandchildren. In just a page or two, Carol Abrams captures the essence of these relationships and the photography illuminates the stories. As a recent grandmother, I readily identify with the unconditional love these grandparents share with the reader and only hope that my grandaughter will bond with me in a similar fashion.

I was so touched by "Grandparents & Grandchildren, Shared Memories" that I began sending a copy to each of my family members--then to friends who are grandparents. The recipients are all so delighted with this "treasure" that I thought I might share my idea with others. It's a beautifully presented book, blending warmth and nostalgia through engaging vignettes. Each charming chapter reassures us that what seems ordinary is potentially profound. Kudos to Carol Abrams & Ferne Margulies for a gem of a book!

This wonderful book is not just another coffee table photography book. The stories behind the photographs explore the special relationships many grandparents share with their grandchildren. Some have made incredible sacrifices in stepping into the role of parent, when their own children failed to fill that role. The devotion is so heartwarming. Reading these stories makes one stop and cherish their own special relationships with family. It is a book I know I will look at over and over again.

What a beautiful book filled with loving actual stories about the relationship that each family shares. I remember thinking that my grandmother loved me best of all her grandchildren. I can still remember how she would throw a bag of cookies out of her window when I would play outside her house..Today too much emphasis is spent on youth and this book makes us remember how impt. our grandparents are . The love that they give is totally unconditional. My daughter told my mother secrets that shocked me but my mother listened and never judged. She and my daughter shared moments that will live on thru my daughter now that my mom has passed away.I look forward to the day that I can love and be a friend to my grandchilren. These stories certainly have shown me the way. This book is a definite purchase for everyone! I throughly enjoyed every page and will reread forever. A. Richman