Character is Destiny: Inspiring Stories We Should All Remember

A newly repackaged reissued edition of the inspirational, character-building book by one of the country's most admired political figures. 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. 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)

About the Author :
Senator John McCainentered the Naval Academy in June of 1954 and served in the United States Navy until 1981. He was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Arizona in 1982 and to the Senate in 1986. The Republican Party's nominee for president in the 2008 election, McCainwas alsothe author ofFaith of My Fathers,Worth the Fighting For,Why Courage Matters,Character Is Destiny,Hard Call, Thirteen Soldiers,andThe Restless Wave.John McCain died in 2018. Mark Salteris the author, with John McCain, of several books, includingFaith of My FathersandThe Restless Wave. He served on Senator McCain's staff for almost twenty years.

Review :
“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)