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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! 

From the acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestselling 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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Continue the leadership journey with more bestselling guidance and wisdom from Admiral McRaven. If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed. A clear-eyed treatise on the leadership qualities that separate the good from the truly great. Remarkable, action-packed stories of bravery and heroism from an extraordinary career. Rise to the occasion in times of crisis, no matter the situation.
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PREVIOUS PRAISE FOR ADMIRAL McRAVEN, SEA STORIES, and MAKE YOUR BED:


"Fascinating...McRaven's war stories deliver remarkable insight into the life of a wartime leader."
―Publishers Weekly

"Engaging...Sea Stories is more than an autobiography, more than a narrative of recent military history, and more than the sum of one remarkable man's experiences. In his excellently flowing prose...McRaven not only allows readers the opportunity to vicariously experience daring adventures and the command of elite warriors heading into harm's way, he also shares practical everyday wisdom."―Booklist (Starred Review)

"Sea Stories, a well-written book that reads like a thriller, covers some of the most important historical actions taken by Navy SEALs and other special operators."―The Washington Times

"Should be read by every leader in America... [MAKE YOUR BED] is a book to inspire your children and grandchildren to become everything that they can. It is a book to discuss with your executive leadership team as a spur to meeting shared goals. Most of all, it is a book that will leave you with tears in your eyes."―Wall Street Journal

"Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault...McRaven's lessons, like his commencement speech, extend far beyond his bed-making. He devotes the 10-chapter book to lessons about moving beyond failure, standing up to bullies and giving others hope."―Washington Post

"McRaven...has taken the genesis of what he learned during SEAL training and his nearly four decades in Navy Special Operations into a thin, powerful book."―USA Today

"Exquisitely simple...superb, smart, and succinct."―Forbes

"Readers interested in the essential work of military special forces will be inspired by McRaven's adventures."―Kirkus

"Spellbinding."―Texas Monthly

About the Author

Admiral William H. McRaven is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Make Your Bed and the New York Times bestsellers Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations and The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived. In his thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL, he commanded at every level. As a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces. After retiring from the Navy, he served as the Chancellor of the University of Texas System from 2015 to 2018. He now lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, Georgeann.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Grand Central Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 13, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1538719967
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1538719961
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.3 x 0.95 x 7.3 inches
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Admiral William H. McRaven (U.S. Navy Retired) is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Make Your Bed and the New York Times bestseller Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations. In his thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL, he commanded at every level. As a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces. After retiring from the Navy, he served as the Chancellor of the University of Texas System from 2015 to 2018. He now lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, Georgeann.

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Customers find this book well-written and insightful, serving as a wonderful guide for living a life of purpose through military-based stories. Moreover, the book is suitable for all ages, particularly excellent for middle schools and up, and customers consider it a great gift option. However, the book's length receives mixed reactions, with several customers noting its brevity.

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146 customers mention "Readability"140 positive6 negative

Customers find the book well written and engaging, with one describing it as a wonderful page turner, and several noting it's required reading for everyone.

"...Easy reading because of the engaging storytelling he uses to uncover the point he is making...." Read more

"A Great but easy read. It demonstrates how very ordinary people can be heroes by following the basic rules of life." Read more

"...I love this book...." Read more

"...This book is good for anybody. It can help us find the humble hero inside of all of us!..." Read more

106 customers mention "Life lessons"106 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's life lessons, describing it as a wonderful guide for living a purposeful life.

"...Pass this on to youth, aspiring leaders and really anyone who might be seeking more out of their life." Read more

"I love this book, the stories in it the teachings and morals are top tier I highly recommend for any reader of any age." Read more

"...that McRaven has taken from his career and shared with us in this inspiring and sometimes heart-wrenching look at what it takes to be a hero...." Read more

"...I have been touched by every word, laughed, cried and most of all hoped that this and any other book written by this extraordinary man will not..." Read more

25 customers mention "Storytelling"25 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the storytelling in the book, with multiple reviews highlighting the great stories within and how they are delivered through the Admiral's narrative. One customer notes that the stories are military-based, while another finds them easily digestible.

"...Easy reading because of the engaging storytelling he uses to uncover the point he is making...." Read more

"This is a collection of short stories that exemplify each of the elements of what William McRaven calls "The Hero Code"...." Read more

"I loved the personal stories the Admiral told, and how they illustrated the “Hero Code of each chapter! This book is good for anybody...." Read more

"What an excellent, succinct, insightful work. The stories are insightful, compelling, and real...." Read more

12 customers mention "Age range"12 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate that the book is suitable for all ages, with one customer noting it's mandatory reading for high school juniors and another mentioning it's great for reading to 9-year-olds.

"...I think it would be an excellent read for middle schools and up. I wish our country promoted this type of character development...." Read more

"Love this book! Great for anyone young or old, man or woman, boy or girl. Makes a great gift for any occasion. Value priced for the benefits..." Read more

"...It offers guidance for every individual young and old to help make our world a better place." Read more

"...Mandatory reading for anyone looking for short, easily digestible stories, how to invoke the "hero" in all of us, and inspiration on humanity." Read more

7 customers mention "Gift value"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book makes a great gift.

"...Makes a great gift for any occasion. Value priced for the benefits received. Highly recommend." Read more

"...And if you want to give a great graduation gift, this is a great recommendation. We need more heroes. Will you be one?" Read more

"Great stories within, this is a great book to gift as well." Read more

"This is a great gift book for anyone who wants to encourage character in older children, or adults...." Read more

14 customers mention "Shortness"9 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's length, with some appreciating its brevity while others find it too short.

"This book was profound, yet brief!..." Read more

"...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..." Read more

"...This book is short yet profound, and I encourage educators to use this in their classrooms." Read more

"Short but sweet. This is the time to self reflect about who and what you are made of. We need more heroes and the Admiral can inspire You." Read more

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  • Dave K
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple yet elegant advice
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2025
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    I have read two of McRaven's books. Both were read cover to cover absorbing the great leadership and life advice he shared. Easy reading because of the engaging storytelling he uses to uncover the point he is making. Pass this on to youth, aspiring leaders and really anyone who might be seeking more out of their life.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars great read
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    I love this book, the stories in it the teachings and morals are top tier I highly recommend for any reader of any age.
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  • Orit Nevo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
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    This, for me is part of a series, the full writings of Admiral William H. McRaven. I am Israeli, and as such my country has been in war for the past year and five months. I have been touched by every word, laughed, cried and most of all hoped that this and any other book written by this extraordinary man will not end.
    I learned to forgive. Most of all. Which has not been easy after what has transpired in my country in the past two years. I am inspired, at awe and I walk through life changed by this man’s legacy. I love this book. As a mother to a future special ops soldier in the Israeli military, I hope this legacy will be part of his special ops training.

    I wish we all had to read this at school and live by it, the world would have definitely been a better one. Grateful to have taken the time and for every word in this book 🙏
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  • Munchman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hero's come in all shapes and sizes
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2025
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    A Great but easy read. It demonstrates how very ordinary people can be heroes by following the basic rules of life.
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  • Ryan Rodriquez
    4.0 out of 5 stars Read this and be inspired!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2023
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    This is a collection of short stories that exemplify each of the elements of what William McRaven calls "The Hero Code". Elements like "courage" and "duty" are showcased in personal stories that McRaven has taken from his career and shared with us in this inspiring and sometimes heart-wrenching look at what it takes to be a hero.

    This book reminds me of John F. Kennedy's book, "Profiles in Courage". People from all over the world and all walks of life are highlighted in this book and their stories won't be lost to time.

    McCraven does a wonderful job of exemplifying the elements of the Hero Code while putting the spotlight on those he's come in contact with that have inspired him to embrace those characteristics. Read this book and be inspired!
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  • Michael F Thornton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
    Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2025
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    A truly inspiring set of thought provoking set of stories examining the values that true heroes demonstrate in their lives every day and how we can incorporate those values into our lives.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars This is the true definition of a hero!!
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    I would recommend this book to everyone! I think it would be an excellent read for middle schools and up. I wish our country promoted this type of character development. The world would be a better place. Thank you for your service and your book, Admiral McRaven
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  • GregW
    5.0 out of 5 stars It’s too hard to ignore this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2024
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    I loved the personal stories the Admiral told, and how they illustrated the “Hero Code of each chapter!
    This book is good for anybody. It can help us find the humble hero inside of all of us! I wish my dad was still alive, so that I could give him this book to read. He served in the Navy, aboard the USS Mugford in World War II.
    His life affirmed everything Admiral McRaven wrote about! Thank you, Admiral McRaven!
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  • Jean-Yves
    5.0 out of 5 stars great
    Reviewed in Canada on October 18, 2024
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  • Kayla
    5.0 out of 5 stars A hero lies within you.
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 17, 2023
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    Admiral Raven does it again! Moved my heart and surged my inspiration to be the best I can be. Lessons through life stories that will move you and encourage you to have more understanding in life.
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  • Marie
    5.0 out of 5 stars 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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    5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
    Reviewed in Canada on March 22, 2024
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    I had my grandson to read it too.
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  • Pap
    5.0 out of 5 stars 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.
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