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The Myth of the Strong Leader: Political Leadership in the Modern Age,New
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From one of the world's preeminent political historians, a magisterial study of political leadership around the world from the advent of parliamentary democracy to the age of Obama.All too frequently, leadership is reduced to a simple dichotomy: the strong versus the weak. Yet, there are myriad ways to exercise effective political leadership as well as different ways to fail. We blame our leaders for economic downfalls and praise them for vital social reforms, but rarely do we question what makes some leaders successful while others falter. In this magisterial and wideranging survey of political leadership over the past hundred years, renowned Oxford politics professor Archie Brown challenges the widespread belief that strong leaders meaning those who dominate their colleagues and the policymaking process are the most successful and admirable.In reality, only a minority of political leaders will truly make a lasting difference. Though we tend to dismiss more collegial styles of leadership as weak, it is often the most cooperative leaders who have the greatest impact. Drawing on extensive research and decades of political analysis and experience, Brown illuminates the achievements, failures and foibles of a broad array of twentieth century politicians. Whether speaking of redefining leaders like Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, and Margaret Thatcher, who expanded the limits of what was politically possible during their time in power, or the even rarer transformational leaders who played a decisive role in bringing about systemic change Charles de Gaulle, Mikhail Gorbachev and Nelson Mandela, among them Brown challenges our commonly held beliefs about political efficacy and strength.Overturning many of our assumptions about the twentieth century's most important figures, Brown's conclusions are both original and enlightening. The Myth of the Strong Leader compels us to reassess the leaders who have shaped our world and to reconsider how we should choose and evaluate those who will lead us into the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Myth of the Strong Leader'? A: The book explores the concept of political leadership, challenging the notion that strong leaders are always the most effective. It presents a study of various political leaders from the past century, highlighting how different leadership styles can lead to success or failure.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Myth of the Strong Leader'? A: The author is Archie Brown, a renowned political historian and professor at Oxford University.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Myth of the Strong Leader' was published on April 8, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Myth of the Strong Leader' have? A: The book contains 480 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Myth of the Strong Leader' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those interested in leadership studies? A: Yes, the book is categorized under Leadership & Motivation, making it suitable for readers interested in political leadership and its various styles.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What insights can I gain from reading this book? A: Readers can gain insights into the effectiveness of different leadership styles, the impact of historical leaders, and a reassessment of what constitutes strong leadership in politics.
- Q: Does the book provide examples of successful leaders? A: Yes, it includes case studies of influential leaders such as Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, and Nelson Mandela, examining their leadership styles and impacts.
- Q: Is 'The Myth of the Strong Leader' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and offers valuable perspectives that can be used for academic purposes in political science and leadership studies.