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***.**
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He illustrates these qualities with moving stories of triumph against
the odds, hope in adversity, and sacrifices for a cause greater than
self-interest. Among the heroes of exemplary character we meet are
- Pat Tillman, whose patriotism obliged him to leave the riches and
celebrity of the NFL for a soldier's life in defense of his country
- 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)
