Thomas A. Kohut:Wilhelm II and the Germans: A Study in Leadership by Thomas A. Kohut (English) H
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By Thomas A. Kohut. Thomas A. Kohut is at Williams College. "Kohut argues his thesis with insight, sophistication and a wealth of detail culled from a wide reading of primary sources. "Mu… Plus…
By Thomas A. Kohut. Thomas A. Kohut is at Williams College. "Kohut argues his thesis with insight, sophistication and a wealth of detail culled from a wide reading of primary sources. "Much more than a biography--a study in German national fantasy, ssymbolism, and policy. The Nile on eBay Wilhelm II and the Germans: A Study in Leadership by Thomas A. Kohut 'An impressive example of what a historian can do in investigating the mixture of unconscious pressures, private motives, and public postures that affect political decisions.' FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description This book explores the personification inherent in the notion of "Wilhelmian Germany" by investigating the psychological dimension of Wilhelm II's leadership of the Germans. Despite his historical reputation, many Germans welcomed the Kaiser's leadership. The years between 1890 and 1914 were known as the Wilhelmian era in Germany, and even critics of Wilhelm II thought it somehow fitting that he should be the German emperor. The author argues that Wilhelm II's personal needs and the needs of Germans in an age of intense nationalism made him the symbol of the nation. Author Biography Thomas A. Kohut is at Williams College. Review "Kohut's study is the best psychological analysis of the Kaiser to date."--American Historical Review"Kohut argues his thesis with insight, sophistication and a wealth of detail culled from a wide reading of primary sources. This is psycho-biography at its best....An intelligent and perceptive study, and one which no student of the period can afford to ignore."--Times Literary Supplement"Well reasoned, well researched, and very readable. It can be recommended to the general reader, though a modicum of background knowledge of the period would be helpful."--The Historian"An impressive example of what a historian can do in investigating the mixture of unconscious pressures, private motives, and public postures that affect political decisions."--Peter Gay, Yale University"Much more than a biography--a study in German national fantasy, ssymbolism, and policy. It is a tribute to Kohut that he has developed a eprspective which has added new dimensions to the discussion of Wilhelmian Germany....An important book."--Peter Loewenberg, University of California, Los Angleles"Do leaders determine the course of history, or are historical factors responsible for bringing leaders into prominence? Now historian Thomas Kohut addresses this problem in a book about Kaiser Wilhelm II....Drawing on his father's self psychology, Thomas Kohut characterizes Wilhelm II as a narcissistic personality, fragmented, insecure, doubtridden, arrogant, and grandiose, on whom Germany, a nation only recently united, projected its craving for internationalrecognition and military power."--American Journal of Psychiatry"It is the best recent book on [Wilhelm II]."--History: Reviews of New Books"Kohut begins his important book by showing how narcissism, if not properly channelled in childhood by a supportive parental environment, can result in psychological imbalance."--Central European History"Kohut's work is a provocative and solid addition to the complex jigsaw puzzle of Wilhelm II. It is clearly written...and the notes are rich and full of suggestions, debates, and ideas."--German Studies Review"Not a biography, nor a study of policy, both of which, as Kohut points out, are readily available elsewhere, it is a study in personality."--Journal of Interdisciplinary History Long Description This book explores the personification inherent in the notion of "Wilhelmian Germany" by investigating the psychological dimension of Wilhelm II's leadership of the Germans. Despite his historical reputation, many Germans welcomed the Kaiser's leadership. The years between 1890 and 1914 were known as the Wilhelmian era in Germany, and even critics of Wilhelm II thought it somehow fitting that he should be the German emperor. The author argues that Wilhelm II'spersonal needs and the needs of Germans in an age of intense nationalism made him the symbol of the nation. Review Text "Kohut's study is the best psychological analysis of the Kaiser to date."--American Historical Review"Kohut argues his thesis with insight, sophistication and a wealth of detail culled from a wide reading of primary sources. This is psycho-biography at its best....An intelligent and perceptive study, and one which no student of the period can afford to ignore."--Times Literary Supplement"Well reasoned, well researched, and very readable. It can be recommended to the general reader, though a modicum of background knowledge of the period would be helpful."--The Historian"An impressive example of what a historian can do in investigating the mixture of unconscious pressures, private motives, and public postures that affect political decisions."--Peter Gay, Yale University"Much more than a biography--a study in German national fantasy, ssymbolism, and policy. It is a tribute to Kohut that he has developed a eprspective which has added new dimensions to the discussion of Wilhelmian Germany....An important book."--Peter Loewenberg, University of California, Los Angleles"Do leaders determine the course of history, or are historical factors responsible for bringing leaders into prominence? Now historian Thomas Kohut addresses this problem in a book about Kaiser Wilhelm II....Drawing on his father's self psychology, Thomas Kohut characterizes Wilhelm II as a narcissistic personality, fragmented, insecure, doubtridden, arrogant, and grandiose, on whom Germany, a nation only recently united, projected its craving for internationalrecognition and military power."--American Journal of Psychiatry"It is the best recent book on [Wilhelm II]."--History: Reviews of New Books"Kohut begins his important book by showing how narcissism, if not properly channelled in childhood by a supportive parental environment, can result in psychological imbalance."--Central European History"Kohut's work is a provocative and solid addition to the complex jigsaw puzzle of Wilhelm II. It is clearly written...and the notes are rich and full of suggestions, debates, and ideas."--German Studies Review"Not a biography, nor a study of policy, both of which, as Kohut points out, are readily available elsewhere, it is a study in personality."--Journal of Interdisciplinary History Review Quote "Well reasoned, well researched, and very readable. It can be recommendedto the general reader, though a modicum of background knowledge of the periodwould be helpful."--The Historian Details ISBN0195061721 Author Thomas A. Kohut Short Title WILHELM II & GERMANS STUDY Pages 352 Language English ISBN-10 0195061721 ISBN-13 9780195061727 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY B Year 1991 Publication Date 1991-04-30 Subtitle A Study in Leadership Illustrations halftones Publisher Oxford University Press, USA Audience Professional and Scholarly Position Associate Professor of History Imprint Oxford University Press Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Affiliation Associate Professor of History, Williams College DOI 10.1604/9780195061727 UK Release Date 1992-04-16 AU Release Date 1992-04-16 NZ Release Date 1992-04-16 US Release Date 1992-04-16 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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