Profiles in Leadership: Historians on the Elusive Quality of Greatness edited by Walter Isaacson. The book is a compilation of essays written by prominent historians about the leadership qualities of various historical figures. The book begins by examining the leadership qualities of George Washington, a figure who is often seen as a symbol of American leadership, and explores his military strategies and the challenges of his leadership during the American Revolution. The book then goes on to explore the leadership of other historical figures, such as Charles Finney, a famous evangelist who made a profound impact on American religious history, and J. Pierpont Morgan, a powerful financier who played a key role in shaping the American economy. The book also examines the presidencies of Ulysses S. Grant, Woodrow Wilson, Herbert Hoover, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and others, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses as leaders and the impact of their decisions on American history.