Character Is Destiny: Inspiring Stories We Should All Remember Contributor(s): McCain, John (Author), Salter, Mark (Author) |
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ISBN: 081297445X ISBN-13: 9780812974454 Publisher: Random House Trade OUR PRICE: $15.30 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2017 Annotation: This collection of inspirational, character-building nonfiction from Senator John McCain contains stories of celebrated historical figures and lesser-known heroes whose values exemplify the best of the human spirit. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Self-help | Motivational & Inspirational - Philosophy | Ethics & Moral Philosophy - Self-help | Personal Growth - General |
Dewey: 170.44 |
LCCN: 2018302544 |
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 5.2" W x 7.9" (0.80 lbs) 496 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Senator John McCain tells the stories of celebrated historical figures and lesser-known heroes whose values exemplify the best of the human spirit. - Winston Churchill, who, in a renowned eighteen-word remark, counseled schoolboys to "never give up" - the Catholic priest in Auschwitz who offered to take a condemned man's place - a nun, formerly a comfortable Beverly Hills housewife, who works with prisoners in Mexico's worst jails - George Washington, whose wisdom and hard-earned self-control helped him survive the chaos of war Character Is Destiny is McCain's moving and eloquent tribute to men and women who have lived truthfully, and whose stories will stir the hearts of young and old alike and help prepare us for the hard work of choosing our own destinies. Praise for Character Is Destiny "An eclectic collection of heroes . . . John McCain] will be remembered in a volume like this some day."--The Washington Post Book World "Uplifting . . . inspiring . . . The lessons of these people's lives are as relevant to adults as to children."--Minneapolis Star Tribune "McCain can surprise you, and Character Is Destiny surprises in the diversity of its cast."--Houston Chronicle "McCain has made a declaration of values that liberals can embrace as readily as conservatives."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) |