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Molly Worthen, "Spellbound: How Charisma Shaped American History from the Puritans to Donald Trump" (Random House, 2025)

New Books in Psychology

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The Power of Charisma: Spectacle and Message in Historical Context

This chapter delves into the historical role of charisma in leadership, focusing on how figures like George Whitfield utilized both performances and written messages to engage and connect with their followers. It contrasts the impact of direct personal experiences with mediated communications, underscoring the significance of the message in the exercise of charismatic influence.

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