gvisani 's review for:

The Road to Character by David Brooks

4.0

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I took notes while I was reading this which is a sign to me that it's a book worth reading. The meticulous way that Brooks conducted research into little-known historical figures demonstrates his commitment to portraying the struggle of moral life with skepticism for heroes. He celebrates lives but doesn't put them on moral pedestals - which validates the road he lays out for morality along their guidelines.

Definitely worth reading if you're interested in a more humanist view of historical figures as well as gaining a few mottos for living your life.