The Nature of Leadership

The Nature of Leadership, 3rd Edition, is an advanced-level textbook examining established schools of thought and emerging research on leadership. Edited by John Antonakis and David V. Day, the volume brings together contributions from scholars in the field.

The book investigates core theoretical frameworks alongside biological, cognitive, and social dynamics in leadership. It also addresses the philosophical principles, ethics, and research methods that guide academic inquiry into leaders and organizations.

Intended for both students and researchers, the 2018 edition incorporated learning resources such as recommended case studies to illustrate theoretical concepts and organizational practices.