With stories of West Point heroes and leaders, bestselling author Pat Williams celebrates the twelve core virtues of the academy and illustrates how these values can help you develop character and lasting success.

"These virtues will produce victory on the battlefield and in every other field of endeavor."--from the foreword by Mike Krzyzewski, head men's basketball coach, Duke University

"Character Carved in Stone vividly captures many of the life lessons I learned as a student and athlete at West Point. This book is a difference maker!"--Brig. Gen. Pete Dawkins, US Army (Ret); distinguished graduate, US Military Academy at West Point, 2002

"The world needs leaders with strong character more than ever. This book is a must-read if we want people who can solve the big challenges we all face."--Gen. Richard B. Myers, US Air Force (Ret); 15th chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff; president, Kansas State University

"Pat has written a splendid book about the virtues that define a West Point education and differentiate it from all other universities. I enjoyed his book and heartily recommend it."--Col. Frank Borman, US Air Force (Ret); commander, Apollo 8

"Pat Williams has done a masterful job of reminding us that leaders are made--not born."--Gen. Tommy R. Franks, US Army (Ret); former commander in chief, United States Central Command