or more than 30 years, Essence has been the voice of African-American women.Throughout these years, Essence has collected and shared the wisdom of African-Americans-famous or not-on a wide range of issues. Now, in one book, Wisdom of the Ages offers advice on celebrating life to the fullest and dealing with it's most important issues. The book is organized with profiles of people and their words of wisdom.Whether it's Halle Berry speaking about overcoming obstacles, or Samuel and LaTanya Jackson discussing their intimate relationship, this book gives the reader an in-depth look at the fascinating stories of these interesting people from ages 19 to 90. Both men and women will want this book on their coffee table or their bookshelf as an inspiring reference to a fulfilling life.