Character Is Destiny
John McCain · Random House, 2005 · First edition, first printing
For a first edition, first printing of Character Is Destiny by John McCain (Random House, 2005), the first point to check: Copyright page: “FIRST EDITION” stated, above the book-design credit.
Not yet valued.
Valued from 2 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Signed | Inscribed | Bookplate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | $35 | $32 | $19 |
| Near fine | $672 | $672 | $17 |
| Very good | $570 | $570 | $14 |
| Good | $22 | $20 | $12 |
| Fair | $18 | $17 | $10 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Character Is Destiny.
✓ Copyright page: “FIRST EDITION” stated, above the book-design credit
✓ Number line: 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1, down to 1
✓ Dust jacket: blue or red, gold title, roundel of two figures on a bench (both colours issued, no priority)
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Character Is Destiny is a first edition, first printing?
- ✓ Copyright page: “FIRST EDITION” stated, above the book-design credit ✓ Number line: 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1, down to 1 ✓ Dust jacket: blue or red, gold title, roundel of two figures on a bench (both colours issued, no priority) The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first printing of Character Is Destiny worth?
- $672 signed, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of October 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
- Can I sell my copy of Character Is Destiny?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
Selling a copy?
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