The Power of Character

Author: Samuel Smiles
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Publish Date: 1999-07-01
Features: The future of a nation does not depend on the richness of its treasury, nor on the strength of its fortresses, nor on the magnificence of its public facilities, but on the civilization and culture of its citizens, that is, on the education people receive, their knowledge, enlightenment, and character. This is the crucial power at stake. It is not a shocking lie; any great successful person possesses the energy of outstanding character. This book will tell you how great power is accumulated within you and how you should tap into and use this power. Perhaps, this is an untimely book. It is really not "practical"—it won’t make you rich in three days—but it is a book that can be placed in your family’s safe and passed on to your children. Samuel that old man is murmuring there. He gives you things, he tells you about problems, and he emphasizes a powerful force that transcends time and space. This force is actually hidden within each of us, waiting for us to discover, cultivate, and ignite it—it has astonishing energy. The future of a nation does not depend on the richness of its treasury, nor on the strength of its fortresses, nor on the magnificence of its public facilities, but on the civilization and culture of its citizens, that is, on the education people receive, their foresight, and the quality of their character. Character is one of the most powerful driving forces in the world. This book tells readers that integrity is the moral principle that is expressed through character. People with integrity are the conscience of the society they belong to. It begins with the importance of character, describing how geniuses win social status through their intelligence, while those with noble character gain reputation through their conscience. Through this book, readers can learn that every true virtue, such as diligence, integrity, self-discipline, and honesty, naturally earns human respect. People who possess these virtues are trustworthy,,, and, which is also natural. In this world, they promote justice, and their presence makes the world better and more lovable.