Personality, Political Leadership, and Decision Making: A Global Perspective [Hardcover ]

This psychological study dissects the characteristics of 20 world leaders―both men and women―profiling the factors that formed their personalities and revealing how certain traits have shaped their political decisions.· Includes a comparison of leaders across types· Sheds light on how different personality styles affect leaders' decisions· Analyzes 20 different well-known leaders from across five continents· Traces regimes along a continuum, discussing the interaction between specific leaders when applicable· Delves into the early childhood experiences and adult events that shaped the personalities of key leaders