Leadership
Author(s): James M. Burns
The "seminal book on power" (New York Times) that "continues to dominate the field" (Harvard Business Review)
"A landmark historian" (Jon Meacham), James MacGregor Burns, winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award, devoted his legendary career to the study of leadership in all its aspects—from politics to business. Leadership, Burns's pioneering study, introduces the highly influential theory of "transformational leadership," stating that the best leaders are those who inspire others to come together toward the achievement of higher aims. Featuring fascinating case studies drawn from history, Leadership is the classic text for anyone seeking to understand executive decision-making, the dynamics of influence, and moral leadership.
Review(s):
“A landmark historian.”
“One of the most influential leadership authorities, James MacGregor Burns advanced the concept of ‘transformational leadership,’ whereby leaders have the ability and obligation to share an overarching vision with their followers.”
“Leadership remains a classic in the field. Burns has spent a lifetime studying presidential leadership.”
“Leadership had a major impact. ... Burns’s definition of leadership continues to dominate the field. ”
“Touches on every aspect of politics that is pertinent to leadership . . . Burns distinguishes true leadership from mere power-holding and domination . . . Valuable . . . Offers suggestions for fostering true leadership.”
“James MacGregor Burns’s seminal book on power”
“Pulitzer prize-winner James MacGregor Burns introduced the concept of transformational leadership in his book Leadership. For him, it characterized the great leaders of history.”
Pulitzer Prize, National Book Award
ISBN: 9780061965579