In this wise, practical, and thoroughly en-

joyable book, Hugh Downs takes you on an

adventure in self-discovery to help you

shape what are potentially the most pleasur-

able and rewarding years of your life. Draw-

ing upon his own experiences, extensive re-

search, and interviews with scores of retirees

nationwide, Hugh Downs and co-author

Richard Roll have creatcd the authoritative

guide to planning for a vital, productive, and

fulfilling retirement. It s "must reading" for

everyone over 45.

The Best Years Book covers every major

issue, in the format of an easy-to-use plan-

ning manual, including:

~ How to assure retirement financial se-

curity in a time of inflation

~ How to prepare for--and eliminate--

the traditional "post-retirement let-

down"

~ Diet and exercise programs to help you

be healthier and more vigorous in re-

tirement than ever before

~ Deciding where to live based on your

personal preferences

The book debunks the myths of aging,

and shows you step-by-step how to build a