Flawed Hero
Book description
With a Victoria Cross and Medal for Gallantry, Ben Roberts-Smith was the most highly decorated Australian soldier, the best of the best. When he returned to civilian life, he became a poster boy for a nation hungry for warrior heroes. He embodied the myth of the classic Anzac, seven-foot-tall and…
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1 author picked Flawed Hero as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book detailed the case of war crimes against a national hero.
I loved it as a powerful reminder of the difference between physical and moral courage. It is one thing to risk your life. It is another to do the right thing when that means risking rejection and character assassination.
I grew up thinking the measure of the man was physical prowess and courage. I changed my life, in large part, by shifting that measure to moral courage and personal ownership. I also found this book a powerful reminder of the complexity of people, the importance of self-awareness, and…
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