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Editors of the Official John Wayne Magazine

John Wayne was more than a movie star. He was a symbol for everything good and decent about America, inspiring everyday people to reach just a little bit more and try a little bit harder. During his 72 years and more than 150 movies, John Wayne imparted a seemingly-endless amount of advice, wisdom and good old-fashioned common sense to his fans. In The John Wayne Code, that wealth of knowledge has been collected together for the first time by the people who loved and knew him best - his family and the editors of the Official John Wayne Collector's Edition Magazine. Filled with Duke’s most insightful quotes, personal stories from his family and friends, full-color photos, and advice for how to be a better person, this stunning, gift-worthy book makes the perfect companion for any John Wayne fan who wants to make their life a little more legendary.

Wit, Wisdom and Timeless Advice

The John Wayne Code

Billy Jensen

Check Freedman

100 Tips and Techniques for Surviving and Thriving in the Wild If there’s one thing John Wayne admired, it was someone who could stand on their own two feet and take care of themselves no matter what the day might bring. As a lover of the outdoors, he understood the challenges that come with living in the wild. It was a point of pride with Duke to play so many pioneers and explorers in his films – people with the skills that enabled them to master a life on their own far from the edges of civilization. The editors of The Official John Wayne Magazine are proud to publish The Official John Wayne Handy Book of Bushcraft – just the thing you need to prepare for a safe, satisfying backcountry trip. The book includes 100 tips and techniques for surviving and thriving in the wild, from making your own tools out of found materials to hunting your own game without a weapon or fishing pole. You'll find detailed step by step guidelines for: · Finding or building tools and supplies to help you face whatever the wild may throw your way · How to capture, collect and cook food · Protect yourself from harsh weather, extreme temperatures and unfriendly wildlife · Navigate by the stars, the sun and the wind Written by Billy Jensen, a former Green Beret, and Check Freedman, the Handy Book of Bushcraft provides the information you need to prepare for any wilderness situation and respond to the unexpected with confidence and skill.

Essential Tips & Techniques for Surviving in the Wild

The Official John Wayne Handy Book of Bushcraft

Looking for the perfect Father's Day gift for your dad? Here's everything you need to know! During his life, John Wayne was seen as a beacon of patriotism, manliness and moral conviction, living by a personal code that has continued to resonate 40 years after his passing. In this new book, that personal code is transformed into practical guidance for readers who want to know how Duke would handle many of the real-life challenges they themselves are facing. Drawing upon more than 50 lessons pulled straight from John Wayne's films, Everything I Need to Know I Learned from John Wayne provides insights into how to handle dozens of challenges, from managing anger and succeeding at work, to raising children and responding to bullies. Hundreds of quotes, scene breakdowns and full-color photos provide a glimpse into how Duke put his own personal ethos into cinematic action and how his approach can help readers overcome anything thrown at them.

Duke’s Solutions to Life’s Challenges

Everything I Need to Know I Learned from John Wayne

“Sure I wave the American flag. Do you know a better flag to wave?” —John Wayne A true American to the end, there was nothing John Wayne loved more than his country. In John Wayne: Made in America, John Wayne’s patriotism is explored through photos, his personal letters and mementos, and more memorabilia from the Wayne family archives. Carefully curated by the editors of the Official John Wayne magazine, this book gives new insight to the man who embodied the American spirit and was a living legend for more than 40 years.

John Wayne: Made in America

A celebration of American courage and tenacity, this sumptuous visual history details the stories of more than 125 of our nation’s most gutsy and resolute citizens - those who overcame extraordinary odds through faith, will, and guts, from George Washington and Helen Keller to Jim Lovell, Jackie Robinson and many more, both famous and lesser known. Each chapter will open with a feature on John Wayne, highlighting a specific trait of "grit," then examine dozens of other American legends who exhibited that same attribute in awe-inspiring fashion. A fun, fascinating book celebrating American optimism, patriotism and good old-fashioned bootstrap determination. The book will be illustrated throughout with archival photos of each subject, providing an invaluable look into their fascinating lives.

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