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Gandhi, Mao, Mandela, and Gorbachev: Studies in Personality, Power, and Politics
Gandhi Mao Mandela and Gorbachev Studies in Personality Power and Politics Author:Anthony R. DeLuca An examination of four charismatic personalities who shaped much of the political debate in the latter half of the 20th century, this study reveals how Gandhi, Mandela, Mao, and Gorbachev led movements that remade the world through their own selfless inspiration, dynamic political leadership, and genuine moral courage. DeLuca analyzes the relati... more »onship between politics, culture and society by focusing upon the personalities of these four figures and the ways in which they addressed issues of social change and political upheaval. Though different in terms of time and location, the problems they faced were similar, be it in their attempts to overthrow a repressive political regime or to promote economic and institutional reform within an existing system.« less