David Brooks
The Road to Character
- ISBN 13:
- 9780812983418
- author:
- David Brooks
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House Trade Reprint edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 300
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 1.7 x 20.3 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Self Help, Practical & Motivational, David Brooks,The Road to Character,Random House Trade,0812983416,Ethics & Moral Philosophy,Personal Growth - General,Sociology - General,Social Science,Sociology,Career Development,Ethi
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Road to Character by David Brooks explores how our core principles should inform our lives. Drawing on insights from psychology, politics, spirituality, and confessional writing, Brooks examines the inner struggles of some of history's greatest thinkers and leaders. Through their stories, he reveals the importance of humility and moral depth in building a strong inner character. From labor activists to civil rights pioneers, these individuals learned valuable lessons about self-discipline, reticence, and the need to distrust oneself even while pursuing noble causes. By rethinking our priorities and striving to build rich inner lives, we can experience joy as a byproduct of our efforts, rather than just a fleeting pleasure.
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