The Warrior Poet Way

A Guide to Living Free and Dying Well

By: John Lovell

Narrated by: John Lovell, Rebekah Lovell

Length: 7 hrs and 46 mins

Publisher's summary

An instant Wall Street Journal Bestseller!

From the founder of the Warrior Poet Society, a daring manual on how to become a dangerous—and good—man

There is a war on masculinity, and everywhere we look—on every front we hold sacred—we can see the painful reminders of this collapsing order. The chaos and crisis we are experiencing today should be a signal for men everywhere to rise up; to fight to preserve our way of life by once again walking the ancient paths. But this isn’t a journey that need be taken alone.

In The Warrior Poet Way, public speaker, former Army Ranger, and all-around patriot John Lovell offers a needed antidote to the lack of strong men in our modern world. This is a call to all men to be what they truly are. Both dangerous and good. Lovers and fighters. Lions and lambs.

Both philosophical and practical, this guide dispenses essential advice on how to be a whole man, from tyranny-proofing your home to wooing the right woman. Through anecdotes of his time in the military, interviews with other men, and practicums at the end of each chapter, Lovell teaches the virtue of balance—navigating the tension between violent warrior and romantic poet—and guides men through each mental and physical change they must make to embody the ancient spirit of a real man.

This is a manual for every man to use in the fight of their life—and what it takes to win. No good thing comes easy, and the life you want is just on the other end of what you don’t want to do. This is the Warrior Poet Way. Are you ready to walk it?

©2023 John Lovell (P)2023 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

"If you want someone to shoot straight with you about masculinity, life, death and what matters most, read this book. If you want to continue to pretend the world is not a dangerous place and men aren't really needed, let it go." —John Eldredge, bestselling author of Wild at Heart

“The Warrior Poet Way is a must-read, written by a man who has seen violence and inhumanity and has chosen instead to spread humane ideas through the lens of a true Warrior with a heart.” —Isaiah Washington, award-winning actor, producer, and director

“I’m weary to my core with airy books on manhood that offer untested theories and unlived philosophies. In The Warrior Poet Way, you smell the sweat and feel the acrid bite of gunpowder on each page, because John has lived his words and offers what he has found to those he hopes will become his brothers in arms. Get this book. Read it. Live it fiercely.” —Stephen Mansfield, New York Times bestselling author

Awesome guide for a fulfilling life

this book is phenomenal, every man should read/listen to this. John really explains what it means to have a good life and make the best of it. His narration is good and he makes the content enjoyable. John can't wait for your next book.

Sorry to reach the end

This was both demanding & encouraging for men. I immediately resonated with many of his points. He often said something I had vague thoughts about but had never put into words. Well worth reading or listening to.

This is the way to become a whole man

Warrior + Poet = Whole Man

This is a great book for any man who is seeking to preserve masculinity in a world that tells you that real men wear pink. I wouldn't just say it is for men; I've got my wife reading my hard copy in hopes that, with a better understanding of the goal, she can help lead our two boys down the path of the Warrior Poet Way.

Fantastic book!

Everyone should read this book. It lays down the framework for how a man should live.

What this world needs more of.

This is a very timely work for today's society. The author seeks to refresh a core set of values that permeated all of history and fostered some of the greatest generations. This book stands in the gap against the endless volumes of perversion aimed at destroying today's men and boys.
As a plus, John does an excellent job narrating this book. It is easy to listen to, as though you are just having a conversation with him in person.

One of the best books for men!

This is extremely important for us men today! This book was so great because at the end of each chapter he gives you an action to do. I have been following Warrior Poet for a while, so some of these things I've already implemented, but there are some I haven't and will be doing so! Train Hard, Train Smart!

We need strong Godly Men!

This is a wonderful book. thanks Mr Lovell! I'm 17 years old, and praise the Lord he has given me a father, uncles, pastors, grandpas, and other Godly men that's are examples of what Mr Lovell is talking about in this book. Stand up take back the culture

Fantastic...much needed!

In a world that is redefining everything, John reminds us what it means to be a man...and its not all what you think. Great stories and great insight...this is a much need book in our culture today. Love that John reads the book as well...5 stars!!!!

Fantastic Book

This was such fantastic book. It's has invaluable information to live free and die well as it says. This book could easily replace self help classes without having to lose all the money. Very well done!

A book every man should read.

A powerful message, with a call to action that can't be denied. Written with obvious convictions that carry the ring of truth with every word. Every man should read this book.