A review by horacelamb
Leadership: In Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin

4.0

A very enjoyable read. DKG uses selections from the lives of Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt, FDR and LBJ to point out leadership lessons learned. The first part of the book dealt with the ambition of each of the four future presidents and what factors set them on an upward trajectory. Part 2 examines a period of great adversity faced by each of them and how that led to their growth. And part 3, the final section, covered each President at the height of his power, with particular attention to what we can learn from their leadership approach. The epilogue follows the story of each to their death. I think anyone who enjoys American history and is interested in what makes leaders successful will appreciate this book.