The strength of Otto Kernberg's groundbreaking collection of papers, Ideology, Conflict, and Leadership in Groups and Organizations, is that he, Kernberg, wrote it. The only qualm I have about this book is that Kernberg's style may render it inaccessible to a wider audience, who could greatly benefit from exposure to his ideas.

In a brief preface, Kernberg reminds us of his qualifications for writing such a book. He cites an impressive list of organizational roles, including leadership positions at the C. F. Menninger Hospital, the New York State Psychiatric Institute, and the New York Hospital—Cornell Medical Center, Westchester Division. Another, which he does not mention, is his presidency of the International Psychoanalytical Association. He also alludes to his interest in the treatment of severe personality disorders as a determinant of his expertise in the problems of organizations, a theme reiterated throughout the book,