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

Renshon, Stanley Allen

ISBN 10: 1403965463 / ISBN 13: 9781403965462

Published by Palgrave Macmillan, New York, N.Y., 2004

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: In His Father's Shadow: The Transformations Of George W. Bush
• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan, New York, N.Y.
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1403965463
• ISBN 13: 9781403965462
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition, First Printing
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: As New
• Seller catalogs:
  • American History Studies
  • American Presidency Studies

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Synopsis

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.

About the Author

Stanley A. Renshon is Professor of Political Science and Coordinator of the Political Psychology Program, City University of New York Graduate Center, a certified psychoanalyst, and an award-winning author.