Character is Destiny

Inspiring Stories We Should All Remember

John McCain (Senator)

$32.99

Paperback

Not in-store but you can order this
How long will it take?

Availability Information

We source books from suppliers in Australia and overseas. For books we don't currently have in stock, the time it takes to get them from our suppliers can vary widely - from a few days to a few months - so we check each book with each supplier to determine the expected time it will take to be supplied to us.

We then advise you accordingly. If the time taken to get any book is too long for you, you can let us know and we will cancel or adjust your order, and refund as required.

To find out the anticipated arrival time for specific items prior to ordering, please contact us by phone or email:

Phone +61 2 9264 3111, or 1800 4 BOOKS (1800 4 26657) if outside Sydney:
option 1 Abbey's Bookshop (Crime, History, Science, Kids & more) • info@abbeys.com.au
option 2 Language Book Centre (ESL & Foreign Languages) • language@abbeys.com.au
option 3 Galaxy Bookshop (Sci-fi, Fantasy, Romance, Graphic Novels) • sf@galaxybooks.com.au

QTY:

English

Random House USA Inc
15 February 2007

True stories

"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)"

By: John McCain (Senator)
Imprint: Random House USA Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 132mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 512g
ISBN: 9780812974454
ISBN 10: 081297445X
Pages: 496
Publication Date: 15 February 2007
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.

Reviews for Character is Destiny: Inspiring Stories We Should All Remember

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)