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Character Is Destiny: Inspiring Stories Every Young Person Should Know and Every Adult Should Remember Audio CD – Abridged, October 25, 2005

by John McCain (Author, Reader), Mark Salter (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 186 ratings
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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.


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    Random House Audio
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    October 25, 2005
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    978-0739322536
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Audio; Abridged edition (October 25, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0739322532
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0739322536
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.99 x 0.99 x 5.66 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Senator John McCain entered the Naval Academy in June of 1954. He served in the United States Navy until 1981. He was elected to the US House of Representatives from Arizona in 1982 and to the Senate in 1986. He was the Republican Party’s nominee for president in the 2008 election. He is the author of Faith of My Fathers, Worth Fighting For, Why Courage Matters, Character Is Destiny, Thirteen Soldiers, and The Restless Wave.

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Sassy
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Words to Live By
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2018
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This book shares more than 30 inspiring lessons in essay form that are exceptionally well-written. Each essay centers on a famous individual and a word that he or she encompasses. There are words to live by from Authenticity, Compassion, Confidence, and Courage to Forgiveness, Resilience, Responsibility, and Selflessness & Contentment. The stories are interesting and all offer a history lesson as well as interesting insights about a wide variety of characters. The individuals included are usual suspects such as Mother Teresa, Gandhi, Abraham Lincoln, and Mark Twain as well as others worth noting including Tecumseh, Wilma Rudolph, and Maximilian Kolbe.

My favorite words are those from John McCain in his Afterword:

"...All you have to do is become less selfish on the way out than you were coming in...It takes strength, not physical strength, but moral strength, the strength to sacrifice for an idea. It takes understanding and wisdom and a mind that questions beliefs and conventions that the heart suspects are false. And it takes love, love for something greater than yourself, love that is much more than desire or affection. It is a love that does not yield to disappointment or suffering, but recognizes and defends the good in this world, and in that purpose finds true happiness."

Thank you John MCain! This is essential reading!
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Jaja
5.0 out of 5 stars Suprisingly Interesting
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2008
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Long car ride. 4 kids. Hey, let's torture the kids with John McCain... we packed along the iPods and gadgets, and figured WE (the adults) would listen to this while the kids ignored it.

We popped in the first disc of the audio CD. After about 5 minutes, I thought, "there's just no way I can listen to this through the whole state of Utah!" McCain's voice is pretty monotone. Enough to put someone to sleep. Except, that after a little while, I realized I was listening to what Senator McCain was SAYING, listening to the story. The stories contained are very interesting.

Eventually, my 7yr old son and 10 yr old daughter were engrossed in these stories.

I also have a stronger opinion of Senator McCain after some of his musings. When he spoke of Pat Tillman, McCain says, "I wish I had known him. I wish I had known him all of his life." There were many comments like this that made you sure that Senator McCain really gave a hoot about the subjects of his stories.

Whether you are a Republican, or other -- this is quite a read/listen. it you have any emotions, you will probably cry at times. You will cringe and feel for these heroes.

BUY THIS! You won't be disappointed.
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L. V.
5.0 out of 5 stars Always a great gift idea
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2023
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Good character is so important to everyone - good read!
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Randolph Rossi
5.0 out of 5 stars People Who Lived Great Lives that Contributed to Mankind
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2019
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John McCann has selected people that have shown great character and have made our world a better place. The people selected come from a multitude fields of endeavor and include the very famous to the not so famous. They range from Leonardo Di Vinci, Gandhi, Shackleton, Joan of Arc, Pat Tillman, Lord Nelson, Mother Teresa, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Charles Darwin, Nelson Mandela to a poor African American (Osceola McCarty) that lived frugally and gave $150,000 to the local university for a scholarship fund for poor students.

I learned a great deal about these people many of whom I was well aware of their lives and contributions. For instance, I was unaware that Charles Darwin made just the one five year voyage that was the basis and source of his Theory of the Origin of Species. With the media’s emphasis on people who have committed heinous crimes, this book shows us the people who have made a positive and long lasting impact upon Mankind and the world.

I highly recommend this book to persons who want to learn more about these people who have shown great character and have enhanced our society.
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Richard W. Darnell
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent sharing of a life
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2018
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For biography this is excellent.
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mrsmyke
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book: fascinating people, important history-makers
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2018
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I bought this book after reading The Restless Wave because I liked how it was written plus all the fascinating people he knew and met. So this book, Character is Destiny is thought-provoking and stimulating; so many, many fabulous people!!
The stories are short enough to give the reader a good overview of the person. It caused me to continue to research many of them to know more, to look for more books about them.
I highly recommend this book. It would have been one we would have read together as a family if I had obtained it years ago.
It is a great book for homeschooling families. It would be excellent to use in conjunction with other curriculum that reinforces positive character traits.
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PoliSciJunkie
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly Uplifting Book From American Hero
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2021
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A message more important now than ever. McCain chronicles the great heroes of America -- Washington, Lincoln, TR-- as well as the world, Mandela and Churchill. Also, there is much in here about McCain's own Christian faith, fortified by his POW experience. With a profile on Dr. King and Mother Teressa, he actually delved into faith quite a bit. An important summation history nerds who have the desire but not the time to read about ALL of these folks.
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JK93
5.0 out of 5 stars Short, but highly inspirational biographies for everybody.
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2018
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A marvelous, inspirational biography covering more than than 30 individuals, some well known and others lesser known. The readers for this book include the young and adults. The biography for individuals is short, mostly slightly over 10 pages per person. But the selections are just superb, reflecting the character of Senator McCain fairly well. Highly recommended.
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Lisa Suarez
5.0 out of 5 stars Quick Delivery
Reviewed in Canada on December 19, 2018
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Item was exactly as described - in great condition and was received quickly. Thanks!
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Glenn McColbert
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Cracking read - very inspiring!
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