It's always a pleasure to read a book with original or unusual theories, and The Four Pillars of Politics is particularly courageous. James T. Kitchens and Larry Powell show how much of a role fear plays in U.S. politics, and at last, the role of American narcissism in its politics is addressed! Narcissism is discussed fearlessly, in terms only Americans could dare to use. Well worth your time, The Four Pillars of Politics is bold and long overdue.

Laure Paquette, Lakehead University

Kitchens and Powell have combined theory and practical application in an accessible book that should attract the attention of anyone interested in politics in the U.S. The Four Pillars of Politics provides fresh insight into the unique world of rough-and-tumble American political campaigning. This analysis has implications for both scholars and campaign strategists who want to understand how to help candidates connect with voters.

Barry Smith, Mississippi University for Women