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John McCain

    29 agosto 1936 – 25 agosto 2018

    Questo autore è riconosciuto per il suo approccio anticonformista alla politica, spesso discostandosi dal proprio partito per sostenere cause come la riforma del finanziamento delle campagne elettorali. La sua lunga carriera al Senato è stata caratterizzata da un impegno per la cooperazione bipartisan e da una persistente spinta a vedere realizzate le proprie convinzioni, anche di fronte all'opposizione. Caratterizzato da un profondo senso del dovere e resilienza di fronte alle avversità, è emerso come una voce distintiva nell'arena politica.

    John McCain
    Why Courage Matters
    Hard Call
    Success built to last : creating a life that matters
    Character Is Destiny: Inspiring Stories Every Young Person Should Know and Every Adult Should Remember
    Faith of my fathers
    The restless wave : good times, just causes, great fights, and other appreciations
    • John McCain zemřel krátce po vydání této knihy. “Ano, bavilo mě to, všechno, a byl bych rád, kdyby to mohlo pokračovat. Boj bez spojenců je boj bez radosti a nevadilo by mi přispět svou troškou do mlýna na některý dobrý účel, než ze mě zbude jen vzpomínka. Kdo ví, třeba mě ještě na jedno kolo do ringu pustí. A třeba ne. Budiž. Žil jsem v této úchvatné zemi většinu času z osmi desetiletí a v jejích službách jsem měl dostatek přátelství a dobrých bojů, abych uspokojil dokonce i svou nepokojnou náturu. O některých z nich vyprávím na následujících stránkách. Kdo jsem, abych si stěžoval? Jsem největší šťastlivec na Zemi.” John McCain Cornville, Arizona „Ukazuje se, že nejdůležitější služba, kterou John McCain prokázal americké demokracii, nebylo jeho válečné zajetí ve Vietnamu. Nejdůležitější službu vykonal svou přítomností v Senátu Spojených států. Byl jedním z mála Republikánů, kteří jsou ochotni tvořit příběh Ameriky. David Brooks pro New York Times, říjen 2017 „Toto hloubavé rozloučení, které McCain předkládá, není na rozdíl od ostatních šesti knih, které společně se Salterem napsali, určeno pro voliče. Je určeno pro dějiny… James Hohmann, The Washington Post „Měla by to být povinná četba každého, kdo chce být lídrem v demokracii.“ Senátor Lindsey Graham, The New York Times

      Nepokojná vlna2018
      5,0
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      Gumičkování2014
    • Hard Call

      Great Decisions and the Extraordinary People Who Made Them

      • 480pagine
      • 17 ore di lettura

      Senator John McCain, one of America's most inspiring politicians, pays tribute to men and women who have exemplified composure, wisdom, and intellect in the face of life's toughest decisions.

      Hard Call2007
      3,6
    • Through powerful narratives, John McCain highlights the extraordinary lives of both famous and lesser-known heroes, showcasing their resilience, sacrifice, and commitment to higher ideals. The book features figures like Pat Tillman, who left fame for military service, and Winston Churchill, known for his unwavering resolve. Each story embodies the virtues of character, offering inspiration and valuable lessons applicable to all ages. McCain's tribute serves as a reminder of the strength found in selflessness and integrity, encouraging readers to shape their own destinies.

      Character Is Destiny: Inspiring Stories Every Young Person Should Know and Every Adult Should Remember2005
      3,9
    • A reflection on courage presents a collection of stories of surpassing bravery and selfless devotion to duty and offers portraits of individuals--both famous and unheralded--who confronted adversity and triumphed

      Why Courage Matters2004
      3,6
    • Pearl Harbor

      • 176pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      Reich illustrierte Dokumentation mit Karten, Faksimiles, Augenzeugenberichten u.a. Quellen zur Geschichte des folgenschweren Angriffs Japans auf den US-Stützpunkt Pearl Harbor auf Hawaii im Dezember 1941.

      Pearl Harbor2001
      5,0
    • Faith of my fathers

      • 349pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      John McCain's deeply felt memoir explores family and war, focusing on his experiences rather than his political career. With candor, he shares how his grandfather and father, both four-star admirals in the U.S. Navy, shaped his understanding of life and honor. His grandfather, known as Slew and affectionately called Popeye by sailors, was a distinguished commander who led key battles in World War II, while his father followed a similar path, serving as a submarine commander and later as the highest-ranking officer in the Pacific during the Vietnam War. Despite being slightly built, McCain Jr. earned the respect of his men and made history as part of the first family to have three generations achieve the rank of four-star admiral. The memoir recounts McCain III's harrowing experience as a naval aviator shot down over Hanoi in 1967. Offered early release by Vietnamese officers to embarrass the U.S. due to his father's rank, he refused, adhering to the honor instilled in him by his father and the Naval Academy. Enduring torture and five and a half years of imprisonment, McCain reflects on the lessons learned from his father and grandfather, illustrating the enduring legacy of family, honor, and resilience amid adversity. Ultimately, it is a poignant testament to the profound impact fathers have on their sons.

      Faith of my fathers1999
      3,9