The Age of Waiting

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By Douglas J. Penick ’67

Published Oct. 16, 2020

In The Age of Waiting, Douglas J. Penick ’67 recounts his experiences in a series of memoirs. Through his unique lens on life, shaped by his Buddhist beliefs, Penick connects his story to the contemporary challenges facing the world, which he frames as issues how to face endings.

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