You Are Worth It: Building a Life Worth Fighting For by Kyle Carpenter (English)

Description: You Are Worth It by Kyle Carpenter, Don Yaeger From the youngest living recipient of the Medal of Honor comes an extraordinary inspirational memoir that will change the life of every reader. Moving and unforgettable, You Are Worth It is an astonishing memoir from an extraordinary young leader. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The youngest living Medal of Honor recipient delivers an unforgettable memoir that "will inspire every reader" (Jim Mattis)NATIONAL BESTSELLER ^ A Marine Commandants Reading List selectionOn November 21, 2010, U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Kyle Carpenter was posted atop a building in violent Helmand Province, Afghanistan, when an enemy grenade skittered toward Kyle and fellow Marine Nick Eufrazio. Without hesitation, Kyle chose a path of selfless heroism that few can imagine. He jumped on the grenade, saving Nick but sacrificing his own body. Kyle Carpenters heart flatlined three times while being evacuated off the battlefield in Afghanistan. Yet his spirit was unbroken. Severely wounded from head to toe, Kyle lost his right eye as well as most of his jaw. It would take dozens of surgeries and almost three years in and out of the hospital to reconstruct his body. From there, he began the process of rebuilding his life. What he has accomplished in the last nine years is extraordinary: hes come back a stronger, better, wiser person.In 2014, Kyle was awarded the nations highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his "singular act of courage" on that rooftop in Afghanistan, an action which had been reviewed exhaustively by the military. Kyle became the youngest living recipient of the award–and only the second living Marine so honored since Vietnam.Kyles remarkable memoir reveals a central truth that will inspire every reader: Life is worth everything weve got. It is the story of how one man became a so-called hero who willingly laid down his life for his brother-in-arms—and equally, it is a story of rebirth, of how Kyle battled back from the gravest challenge to forge a life of joyful purpose.You Are Worth It is a memoir about the war in Afghanistan and Kyles heroics, and it is also a manual for living. Organized around the credos that have guided Kyles life (from "Dont Hide Your Scars" to "Call Your Mom"), the book encourages us to become our best selves in the time weve been given on earth. Above all, its about finding purpose, regardless of the hurdles that may block our way. Moving and unforgettable, You Are Worth It is an astonishing memoir from one of our most extraordinary young leaders. Back Cover On November 21, 2010, U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Kyle Carpenter was posted on a rooftop in violent Helmand Province, Afghanistan, when an enemy grenade skittered toward Kyle and fellow Marine Nick Eufrazio. Without hesitation, Kyle chose a path of selfless heroism that few can imagine. He jumped on the grenade, saving Nick but sacrificing himself. One of the years most anticipated books, Kyles remarkable memoir reveals a central truth that will inspire every reader: Life is worth everything weve got. It is the story of how one man became a so-called hero who willingly laid down his life for his brother-in-arms--and equally, it is a story of rebirth, of how Kyle battled back from the gravest challenge to forge a life of joyful purpose. Kyle Carpenters heart flatlined three times while he was being evacuated off the battlefield in Afghanistan. Yet his spirit was unbroken. Severely wounded from head to toe, Kyle lost his right eye as well as most of his jaw. It would take dozens of surgeries and almost three years in and out of the hospital to reconstruct his body. From there, he began the process of rebuilding his life. What he has accomplished in the last nine years is extraordinary: hes come back a stronger, better, wiser person. In 2014, Kyle was awarded the nations highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his "singular act of courage" on that rooftop in Afghanistan, an action which had been reviewed exhaustively by the military. Kyle became the youngest living recipient of the award. You Are Worth It is a memoir about the war in Afghanistan and Kyles heroics, and it is also a manual for living. Organized around the credos that have guided Kyles life (from "Dont Hide Your Scars" to "Call Your Mom"), the book encourages us to become our best selves in the time weve been given on earth. Above all, its about finding purpose, regardless of the hurdles that may block our way. Moving and unforgettable, You Are Worth It is an astonishing memoir from one of our most extraordinary young leaders. Author Biography Kyle Carpenter was born in Jackson, Mississippi in 1989. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2009, and served for more than a year as a gunner in Helmand Province, Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. In June 2014, Carpenter was awarded the Medal of Honor. He is presently the youngest living recipient of the Medal of Honor. In 2017, he graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BA in International Affairs. Don Yaeger is an eleven-time New York Times bestselling author, longtime associate editor at Sports Illustrated, and today is one of the most in-demand public speakers on the corporate circuit. He delivers an average of seventy speeches a year to an average annual audience of almost one hundred thousand. He and his wife, Jeannette, live in Tallahassee, Florida, with their two children. Review "Kyle Carpenters memoir of gallantry beyond the call of duty provides a vivid reminder that grit and valor remain American hallmarks. A compelling account of life well lived against the toughest odds, one that will inspire and build confidence in every reader." — JIM MATTIS, former U.S. Secretary of Defense"Kyle displayed a heroism in the blink of an eye that will inspire for generations" — BARACK OBAMA"Kyle Carpenter is truly amazing! He is definitely an American hero. His memoir deserves to be a huge success. I wish Kyle and his coauthor Don Yaeger the very best with You Are Worth It." — MIKE KRZYZEWSKI, Duke University mens basketball coach"I think Kyle Carpenter is one of the greatest living Americans, and Im honored to know him. This book is important. After I read it I wanted to be better. Please share it with the people you love." — ZAC BROWN, Grammy Award-winning musician"Kyle Carpenter has shown true courage and strength in the face of extraordinary challenges. From the attack in Afghanistan to multiple surgeries and obstacles, he never lost his faith or his will to serve his fellow brothers and sisters. His story inspires us and makes all Americans proud." — NIKKI HALEY, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations"Astonishing. ... Encourages everyone to Be part of someone elses miracle." — Booklist"[An] incredible story." — RACHEL HOLLIS"Kyle Carpenters courage and sacrifice as a Marine was the true act of servant leadership, and I couldnt be more honored to know him. You wont get a more genuine story of finding purpose or living a life with intention than You Are Worth It." — JOHN C. MAXWELL, author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership"Offers valuable life lessons that speak beyond [Carpenters] years. ... You Are Worth It is a work of last value. It holds tremendous potential to transform lives by assisting people in rising from their struggles stronger and more capable of loving one another." — The Federalist"A story of hope, selflessness, faith, and rebirth. ... Gives hope to those who are struggling." — Daily Caller Review Quote "Kyle Carpenters memoir of gallantry beyond the call of duty provides a vivid reminder that grit and valor remain American hallmarks. A compelling account of life well lived against the toughest odds, one that will inspire and build confidence in every reader." -- JIM MATTIS, former U.S. Secretary of Defense "Kyle displayed a heroism in the blink of an eye that will inspire for generations" -- BARACK OBAMA "Kyle Carpenter is truly amazing! He is definitely an American hero. His memoir deserves to be a huge success. I wish Kyle and his coauthor Don Yaeger the very best with You Are Worth It." -- MIKE KRZYZEWSKI, Duke University mens basketball coach "I think Kyle Carpenter is one of the greatest living Americans, and Im honored to know him. This book is important. After I read it I wanted to be better. Please share it with the people you love." -- ZAC BROWN, Grammy Award-winning musician "Kyle Carpenter has shown true courage and strength in the face of extraordinary challenges. From the attack in Afghanistan to multiple surgeries and obstacles, he never lost his faith or his will to serve his fellow brothers and sisters. His story inspires us and makes all Americans proud." -- NIKKI HALEY, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations "Astonishing. ... Encourages everyone to Be part of someone elses miracle." -- Booklist "[An] incredible story." -- RACHEL HOLLIS "Kyle Carpenters courage and sacrifice as a Marine was the true act of servant leadership, and I couldnt be more honored to know him. You wont get a more genuine story of finding purpose or living a life with intention than You Are Worth It." -- JOHN C. MAXWELL, author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership "Offers valuable life lessons that speak beyond [Carpenters] years. ... You Are Worth It is a work of last value. It holds tremendous potential to transform lives by assisting people in rising from their struggles stronger and more capable of loving one another." -- The Federalist "A story of hope, selflessness, faith, and rebirth. ... Gives hope to those who are struggling." -- Daily Caller Details ISBN0062898531 Author Don Yaeger Pages 320 Year 2020 ISBN-10 0062898531 ISBN-13 9780062898531 Publication Date 2020-10-29 Short Title You Are Worth It Language English Format Paperback Subtitle Building a Life Worth Fighting For DEWEY 958.104/742092 UK Release Date 2020-10-29 Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2020-10-29 Edited by Zhaoxiang Zhang Birth 1927 Death 1973 Affiliation Massachusetts Institute of Technology Position journalist Qualifications S. J. 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