The Code of the Warrior: Exploring Warrior Values Past and Present

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Summary: A warrior idenitity crisis?
Review: Most of the editorial reviews on this book found in major media outfits praise this book. It is also praised by Republicans and conservatives.

I however find the book to be a bit of a stretch. The thinking is thin, the only deep, critical or insightful part of the book is the introduction and conclusion. The case studies, while braced with with that initial inquiry, are thin and one dimensional.

It assumes that the reader is somehow seeking a warrior identity, a mythic structure or meta-narrative. This is childish. It further makes these "mythic structures and meta-narratives" which somehow resemble the creatures and cultures of dungeons and dragons game, about every country except the US.

I think this book grew out of the authors flights of fancy, and she simply wanted a way to justify her D&D games.

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Summary: An Incredible Book
Review: This book literally blew me away. One of the most inspiring things I have ever read. By analyzing warrior cultures throughout history, The Code of the Warrior is an invaluable tool to teach people today what having a warrior code, or a virtuous code of ethics, is all about. You will walk away with a better understanding of the virtues of courage, integrity, loyalty, love, duty, honor and many others. And you will be inspired to develop your character to fight for what is honorable and true. An essential book for today's lethargic culture. If you want to develop your warrior potential and be a force in this culture for good, read this book!!