“I thought of Pericles' speech to the families of the Athenian war dead, in which he said, "What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.”
Quote by Eric Greitens
Work
The Heart and the Fist: The education of a humanitarian, the making of a Navy SEAL
This book is an introspective account of the transformation of its author from a humanitarian aid worker to a member of the elite United States Navy SEALs. It delves into the challenges and experiences faced during the rigorous training and deployment of Navy SEALs, while also highlighting the author's commitment to humanitarian causes and the complexities of balancing compassion with the demands of military service. more
Author
Eric Greitens
Eric Greitens is an American author born on April 10, 1974. He is known for his memoir 'The Heart and the Fist,' which details his experiences as a Navy SEAL and later as the founder of the non-profit organization 'The Life You Can Save'. more
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