The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Admiral William H. McRaven (Author, Narrator), Grand Central Publishing (Publisher)

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From the acclaimed, number-one New York Times best-selling author of Make Your Bed - a short, inspirational book about the qualities of true, everyday heroes.

The Hero Code is Admiral McRaven's ringing tribute to the real, everyday heroes he's met over the years, from battlefields to hospitals to college campuses, who are doing their part to save the world.

When Bill McRaven was a young boy growing up in Texas, he dreamed of being a superhero. He longed to put on a cape and use his superpowers to save the earth from destruction. But as he grew older and traveled the world, he found real heroes everywhere he went - and none of them had superpowers. None of them wore capes or cowls. But they all possessed qualities that gave them the power to help others, to make a difference, to save the world: courage, both physical and moral; humility; a willingness to sacrifice; and a deep sense of integrity.

The Hero Code is not a cypher, a puzzle, or a secret message. It is a code of conduct; lessons in virtues that can become the foundations of our character as we build a life worthy of honor and respect.

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2 hours and 22 minutes
Author

Admiral William H. McRaven
Narrator

Admiral William H. McRaven
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April 13, 2021
Language

English
Publisher

Grand Central Publishing
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B08WRGWVPL
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Unabridged
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Listening Length	2 hours and 22 minutes
Author	Admiral William H. McRaven
Narrator	Admiral William H. McRaven
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com Release Date	April 13, 2021
Publisher	Grand Central Publishing
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B08WRGWVPL
Best Sellers Rank	#4,374 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #35 in Self-Esteem (Audible Books & Originals) #160 in Self-Esteem (Books) #431 in Success Self-Help

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Joe Garrett

not the biggest book I have read, but one of the most compelling

Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2021

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When I saw an interview with the admiral and saw he had written another book, I immediately went to Amazon and ordered it. I did not look at size, page count. If the Admiral wrote it, then it has to be good. When it arrived I could nor believe the size, it was smaller than most books, large print, in fact perusing the book I decided I would read it in an hour, then forward it to a close friend. I even told him, don't plan on taking more than an hour to read this.
Then I began to read and reread and in some cases read a third time, It's not that difficult to read, but to understand what the Admiral is saying takes more than a quick skim.
He makes you understand the hero code. I cannot explain it, He does and now after spending two days I am torn between sending it to my SEAL friend or just sending him a second copy. We are both much older than the Admiral so we were retired before he joined. Let me say this, it's not the size of the book, its the size of the thoughts in the book and this book stands on it's own merits and is head and shoulders above so many others.

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patricia

Worthy binge read!

Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2021

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The lessons to learn from this book will stay with me for years to come. Reading the heroic acts of others made me so proud that those within these pages walk amount us. Airman Jackson left a mark in the readings with me . Thank you for writing a wonderful page turner.

40 people found this helpful

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Michele Fitzgerald

Should be required reading for school students

Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2021

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Awesome read! Giving this book to my grandchildren. This book teaches life lessons that are wonderful!

37 people found this helpful

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David Bush

Thank you for that !

Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2021

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I truly enjoyed that. Great stories that provide excellent insight. Each story was a simple example of the heroes code point by point.
It’s always amazing what people can do!

26 people found this helpful

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Glycosylated

Lessons to live with every day....

Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2021

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It didn't take very long to read this book, but the lessons were all important reminders of how to live a good and meaningful life. Bill McCraven didn't reveal any new secrets in his book, but it was a concise and gentle reminder on how to live with courage and dignity throughout everyday life. I love this book and have already gifted it to others in my life. Thanks for sharing your gift with all of us.

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SYLVIA TRAINER

Great book that offers so many great life lessons.

Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2021

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Great read!! I saw an interview on TV (*maybe Ticket C.?? .... can’t recall for sure....). Anyway, the author is genuine, honest and he presents his topic and the point he is making — very, very clear o the reading audience. I give this book a 5 out of 5 star rating. Wonderful. p.s. — as a PAYING AMAZON PRIME MEMBER, I’ve found myself disgusted recently in one of my reviews being “rejected “ for not meeting community guidelines. It was a 2-word review — literally — that said “Great movie” that I posted on a PG-rated movie called “Martian Child,” where John Cusack’s character adopts an orphan. A good 5-star movie that Amazon offers. I am writing this addendum here as a test, andI’ll be surprised (*and disappointed) if this doesn’t get posted or of what I am reviewing gets shot down because the item is perhaps a CONSERVATIVE item. ?? We’ll see.... thank goodness for screenshots and freedom to opine my FEELINGS freely on social media — no law or liable or slander against that. Anyway, hopefully this will review on “Hero Code” will indeed be posted, and hopefully many of you will take to heartfelt and honest recommendation of this book. And. I hope you all enjoy it. Thanks in advance.

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John

not much

Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2021

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This little book will fit in your front pocket. The type is triple spaced you can read the whole thing in about 45 minutes. I read about a fourth of the book and read nothing new. He makes an outlandish claim of this poor girl that was killed in combat. He said she was in top shape she could do 20 pull ups. There is no woman alive who can do 20 proper pull ups, not many men. He also claims the 75th Ranger regiment is the most elite infantry on earth. How does he know that. That is just his opinion based on what? He said while in Afghan he was in intense combat every night , this is not true. With 20 years in Afghan and only @ 2500 deaths it is hard to imagine very much intense combat. Intense combat was Hue Vietnam, Chosin, Iwo Jima, Saipan, Okinawa not anything in Afghan. If you like baloney you might enjoy this little overpriced book . It is going back to Amazon.

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AvdRedr

Worh the read to remind us of the values that are important in life.

Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2021

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The Hero Code is built on a series of characteristics and virtues that are universally recognized as valuable to have. McRaven could have probably chosen 5 or 15 virtues, but he chose 10. They are: Courage, Humility, Sacrifice, Integrity, Compassion, Perseverance, Duty, Hope, Humor, and Forgiveness. His book gives us a reminder of why these virtues are so important in our lives by examples drawn from his own experiences and those of others who have possessed these characteristics. His examples are both personal and illustrative. Perhaps the best quote that he uses to open the book with was from someone who died so young, but obviously possessed many of the qualities exemplified in his book. “How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” -Anne Frank

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Pap

Great lessons presented in a clear and easy to follow way.

Reviewed in Canada on April 22, 2021

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Great read. The lessons in this book are ways to live your life that anyone can apply. Doesn’t matter if you’re a CEO of a Fortune 500 company, trying to teach your children how to approach the world, or are a student trying to figure out the rest of your life. The messages are simple (but not easy).

It’s not every day that 170 or so pages can have such a big impact on how to live your life. Highly recommend this book.

Rick

Non fiction companion to “Rules for a Knight”

Reviewed in Canada on March 29, 2022

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Another great book of simple rules or guidelines that require conviction to follow but if followed build great character that will not falter under pressure.

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Interesting

Reviewed in Canada on May 20, 2021

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Does not have a story line but does have a number of interesting anecdotes

Tammy Grindlay

Amazing

Reviewed in Canada on May 19, 2021

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This is the most informative book and amazing read learned alot from it.

Marie

Un livre à garder comme un trésor

Reviewed in France on June 2, 2021

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Je suis admirative des personnes comme L'amiral MCRAVEN et le regretté John MCCAIN qui ont été des Grands et ont transmis leur amour et respect de la patrie dans leur vie et leurs écrits.

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