Whether it’s via their tone, topic, or tenor, certain works just say “America.” Here is one such title suggested by Grateful American Book Prize judge Dr. Douglas Bradburn, president and CEO of George Washington’s Mount Vernon:

Call Sign Chaos: Learning to Lead by Jim Mattis and Bing West. This clear-eyed recollection of the lessons learned during Mattis’ long military career — including his stint as secretary of defense — offers insights and inspiration for anyone seeking to triumph over tumultuous circumstances.

Patriotic Picks is a monthly feature in partnership with the Washington Independent Review of Books.