Character Is Destiny: Inspiring Stories Every Young Person Should Know and Every Adult Should Remember
by John McCain, Mark Salterbook data
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published
October 25th 2005
by Random House
binding
Hardcover, 336 pages
isbn
1400064120
(isbn13: 9781400064120)
description
In Character is Destiny, McCain tells the stories of celebrated historical figures and lesser-known heroes whose values exemplify the best of the huma...more
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I actually listened to this one versus reading it. I thought it was great but John McCain wasn't the person who should have been reading it to be recorded. I think I'd have liked it even better if I'd "read" it versus "listened" to it.
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Bite sized biographies of some of the most moral, courageous people that live (or lived). A good read when you're feeling discouraged or annoyed with the state of things in life/society/etc.
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Read in November, 2008
Inspirational stories motivated me to DO better in my life. A pick up-put down book. Always like one of those around
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Read in July, 2008
This book educates the reader about people who lived significant lives. I like this book because I was unaware of the details of many of these famous people. I can't help but know of Mother Teresa or TR or Lincoln for example but significant facts unknown to me were highlighted and were fascinating. I hope to read biographies on some of the individuals profiled in this book.
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Read in March, 2008
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McCain fans
Somewhat disappointing, but glad I read it. The stories of historical figures and their values and strengths was a good review and reminder that I need to be working on some of those things myself.
Other than that, little substance. Was hoping for more hope and inspiration from a presidential candidate.
Other than that, little substance. Was hoping for more hope and inspiration from a presidential candidate.
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Read in January, 2004
Enjoyable brief biographies of some interesting people - my favorite in this selection is Victor Frankle. Mr. McCain probably didn't have so much to do with the writing, but that shouldn't take away from the value of these stories.
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Read in March, 2009
Work is the way my ideals will be accomplished.
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Read in December, 2006
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Younger readers
Great collection of stories about inspiring individuals; written more for the younger reader.
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06/19/08
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I think every person young and old should read this book. An excellent read.
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