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John Wayne's Five Most Important Lessons

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John Wayne's legacy isn't limited to the big screen. His advice, personal morality and commitment to integrity have long outlived the man who could make a 10-gallon hat look small. Duke lived his life by a code and the characters he portrayed on-screen did as well. In the new book, Everything I Need to Know I Learned from John Wayne, we explore a collection of Duke's best lessons, pulled straight from his beloved films. While Duke might have cast a long shadow, there's no reason we can't all aspire to measure up to the example he left behind. Keep reading...

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John Wayne's Family Values

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In honor of the release of The Official John Wayne Collector's Edition, Vol. 28: Duke's Code for Life on April 2, we're offering a sneak peek at an exclusive article excerpt from the forthcoming issue. Read about Duke's family values and explore all his wisdom in Volume 28, available everywhere Tuesday.     Featured in The Official John Wayne Collector's Edition, Vol. 28   Striking a balance between work and family is one of the toughest challenges life tosses our way. Putting in the hours equates to providing for your spouse and children financially, but anyone can easily end up...

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10 of the Best John Wayne Quotes

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If there's one thing John Wayne is known for, it's his candor. Many of Duke's iconic quotes continue to define his legacy to this day. In the John Wayne Official Collector's Edition, Vol. 28, we break down some of the actor's most pertinent advice, much of it gleaned from quotes like the ones below. Read on for 10 of the best John Wayne quotes and keep an eye out for Volume 28, "Duke's Code for Life"—on newsstands April 2.   1. "Whoa, take 'er easy there, Pilgrim." —The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962)   2. "Courage is being scared...

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