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

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"Mr. Renshon has developed a reputation for delving behind the headlinesand hysteria of presidential politics to offer insights into the psyche of ourleaders. His provocative analysis of George W. Bush and his controversial styleof governing reveals a president shaped not only by wealth and privilege butalso by his complicated relationship with his father."--Mike Stanton, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and bestselling author of" The Prince of Providence: The Rise and Fall of Buddy Cianci, America's Most Notorious Mayor"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.