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Pehr Gyllenhammar

Character is Destiny

Character is Destiny

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Pehr Gyllenhammar's book Character is Destiny provides a glimpse into his professional triumphs and failures, and his efforts to shape industry in Europe. It is equal parts history, politics, and Gyllenhammar's personal philosophy, and offers his wisdom on how to see a future in which global business and democracy will survive.

Format: Hardback
Length: 220 pages
Publication date: 10 September 2020
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing llc


Pehr Gyllenhammar's remarkable life is explored in depth in Character is Destiny, offering a rare and insightful glimpse into his professional triumphs and failures, as well as his successful efforts to shape the industry in Europe. Through his creation of the European Roundtable of Industrialists, Gyllenhammar revitalized Europe's infrastructure through projects such as the France-England Channel Tunnel, demonstrating his profound impact on the region.

But Character is Destiny goes beyond Gyllenhammar's professional achievements. It also delves into his close friendships with some of the world's most influential figures, providing a window into his personal life and the values that guided him throughout his career.

The book is a captivating blend of history, politics, and Gyllenhammar's personal philosophy, which revolves around humanism, integrity, and a deep respect for the working class. Gyllenhammar's unwavering commitment to these principles shaped his actions and decisions, and his story serves as a testament to the power of character in shaping one's destiny.

In this groundbreaking work, Gyllenhammar has collaborated with an American editor/writer for the first time, resulting in an original English-language book that is directly relevant to the English-language reader. The resulting work is not only a valuable contribution to business literature but also offers insightful advice on how individuals can contribute to a future in which global business and democracy can thrive.

Character is Destiny is a must-read for anyone interested in business, history, and the role of individuals in shaping the world around them. Pehr Gyllenhammar's remarkable life and legacy will inspire and motivate readers to strive for excellence and make a positive impact on the world.

Weight: 398g
Dimension: 147 x 223 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781642799736

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