The Language of Leadership Narratives by Jonathan Clifton, St... - 9781138486751

Taylor & Francis

The Language of Leadership NarrativesA Social Practice Perspective\nAuthor(s): Jonathan Clifton, Stephanie Schnurr, Dorien Van De Mieroop\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138486751, 978-1138486751\nSynopsis\nFascination with leadership and its relation to world events seems to be ever growing, and leadership narratives are a key element through which leader identities are constructed. Contemporary research into leadership tends to recycle the same old myths of the heroic white male leader. By looking at stories told by leaders in Australasia, Asia, North America, the Middle East, and Africa, this book explores different aspects of leadership narratives.\n\nThe Language of Leadership Narratives brings linguistics and leadership research together, showcasing different analytical and methodological approaches and enabling a more critical approach. Each chapter focuses on a specific area of leadership research, from .