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Character Is Destiny: Inspiring Stories Every Young Person Should Know and Every Adult Should Remember
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 170.44
EAN: 9781400064120
Edition: 1st
ISBN: 1400064120
Label: Random House
Manufacturer: Random House
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 336
Publication Date: October 25, 2005
Publisher: Random House
Release Date: October 25, 2005
Studio: Random House
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Editorial Review:
In Character is Destiny, McCain tells the stories of celebrated historical figures and lesser-known heroes whose values exemplify the best of the human spirit. He illustrates these qualities with moving stories of triumph against the odds, righteousness in the face of iniquity, hope in adversity, and sacrifices for a cause greater than self-interest. The tributes he pays here to men and women who have lived truthfully will stir the hearts of young and old alike, and help prepare us for the hard work of choosing our destiny.
Customer Reviews
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Rating:  - Very well written, lot of information about many good people
Very good book. His selections tell much about John McCain. My thoughts about him are now very, very high. He wrote the best I have ever read about Pat Tillman. His death was so sad I did not want to read more about him, but what John said was touching. He said, Sojourner Truth, she taught us how to be Americans. I read several books about Winston Churchill and John Wooden, but learned new great thoughts & information about both and many others.
His Father, at the ... Read More
Rating: - Great book for kids 10-16
This is a great book of heroes, especially for kids 10-16. I am reading them to my 10 year old son. You wouldn't want to go much younger, because McCain does deal with incredible hardships some of these people went through, some of which younger kids just wouldn't understand. It's well written, and it consistently comes back to the value of having honor. Kids need more of this. And by the way, this is a great read for adults too--really inspirational.
Rating: - This is the most enjoyable book I have read in years!
I absolutely loved this book and plan to send it to others as a gift that keeps on giving. The book is filled with short biographies of 34 historical characters. It was broken down by those who demonstrated honor, purpose, strength, understanding, judgment, creativity, and love. These are colorful people of character who led interesting lives and impacted the lives of countless others. It provides what I like to call incidental learning. You read about the lives of others and effortlessly about ... Read More
Rating:  - Let's start this with a little quiz
1. What in tarnation was John McCain thinking when he said that the rules don't apply to him?
2. In view of his biggety perceptions, what does it make sense for us to do now?
3. Essay: Compare and contrast his publications to those of psychotic converts to simplism, focusing especially on who is more likely to take us over the edge of the abyss of Bonapartism.
Don't worry; I'll give you all the answers throughout the course of this review as well as a wealth of ... Read More
Rating: - Awesome tool for uderstanding good character and history!
I am INSPIRED by this book. It is very ENJOYABLE AND MOTIVATING. While learning bits of WORLD HISTORY you learn about how making daily good choices carve people's character that lead to great things! Wonderful to share with your children especially around 9 and up. Having each section be only 5-7 pages...it is easy to pick up and read for 15-20 minutes and set back down. With four children that is a easy book for me to read! No matter what your political stance, you will be in awe of John Mcain. He ... Read More
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