In His Father's Shadow: The Transformations of George W. Bush - Softcover

Renshon, Stanley

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1403970483 ISBN 13: 9781403970480

Publisher: St Martin's Press, 2005

Synopsis

From a son who waged a life-long struggle to live up to family expectations, George W. Bush has transformed himself through acts of will and faith. Having won a second term, he has exceeded his father's achievements and come out from his shadow. Stanley Renshon examines the psychological transformation of Bush and identifies the pivotal changes that allowed him to achieve success in his personal life and in the political arena, and shows how Bush's personal transformation has come to shape his presidency and policies. This insightful look at Bush enhances understanding of his strategies and goals, providing crucial insight into his transformational leadership, his re-election, and his likely legacy.

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Review

'Renshon has developed a reputation for delving behind the headlines and hysteria of presidential politics to offer insights into the psyche of our leaders.' - Mike Stanton, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and best-selling author of The Prince of Providence

Synopsis

George W. Bush's election victory surprised many, but not Stanley Renshon. In this updating of his attention-getting book, Renshon's exceptional insight into the man, his understanding of the American pulse, and acute perception of the motivations of Bush's policies gives us enhanced understanding of the implications of Bush coming into the sunshine, out from his father's shadow. From a pampered son who showed little promise, to his rise to the presidency, George W. Bush has transformed himself through acts of will and faith. Stanley Renshon examines the psychological transformation of Bush and identifies those pivotal changes that allowed him to achieve success in his personal life and in the political arena, and shows how Bush's personal transformation has come to shape his political policies. The man who battled - and defeated - his own inner demons has become a president determined to battle the demons of terrorism and extremism that prevent democracy from flourishing around the world. This psychological portrait provides a much-needed antidote to prevailing critiques that ridicule Bush's values and policies, as it celebrates his resolve and strong leadership.

Edition details

• Publisher: St Martin's Press
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1403970483
• ISBN 13: 9781403970480
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320