Public Health Leadership: Putting Principles into Practice Louis Rowitz, PhD ISBN-13: 9780763725013 ISBN-10: 0763725013 $86.95 (Sugg. US List) Hardcover 419 Pages © 2003

Second Edition Available in September! 

As the first book dedicated to the investigation of leadership in the public health arena, this groundbreaking book will play an important role in training a new generation of leaders who will strengthen the field of public health. Public Health Leadership: Putting Principles Into Practice goes beyond a description of what leadership is to serve as a how-to guide for successful future public health leaders. It shows what leadership is, who holds the tools of effective leadership, what public health challenges lie ahead, and how individuals can influence the future of this dynamic field. Readers will find case studies in each section, illustrating the practical applications of the principles discussed, always in the public health context.  Also included are leadership exercises and discussion questions.