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Some people seem to lead inner lives that are richer and more substantive than the rest of us. How do they do it? In this talk, author, New York Times columnist, and commentator David Brooks explores some of history’s leaders in terms of personal character. He asks how love, suffering, struggle, surrender, and obedience lead them to their depth.
Brooks’ latest book, “The Road to Character” was released in April. This talk, recorded last summer at the Aspen Ideas Festival, serves as a preview to many of the themes Brooks explores in the book.
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Tricia Johnson is editorial director of public programs at the Aspen Institute.
