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Anthony Giardina

Anthony Giardina is the author of nine plays, including The City of Conversation, and six novels, including the recently published Remember This.

Ancient Wisdom: The World Says ‘Quit,’ But I’m Not Done Yet

For 50 years, I’ve been getting up five mornings a week eager to get to work. At 74, I still feel that way.

August 10, 2025

Anthony Giardina

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