Vecchio (management, U. of Notre Dame) compiles a mix of 35 scholarly and managerial writings that discuss major theories of leadership for undergraduate and graduate courses in leadership and management, or executive MBA courses. The writings are drawn from management and leadership journals and periodicals. Coverage is of the function of leaders, myths surrounding the concept, leadership tactics, problems that occur from abuse of power and influence, formal models, contemporary views, and the roles of societal and organizational cultures, including gender issues. The writings range in date from 1971 to 2003. This edition contains eight new chapters. It lacks an index. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)