A former Wall Street Journal reporter offers the first-ever complete biography of one of America's most influential men, Dr. James Dobson. Author Dale Buss examines his many achievements and challenges, as well as his role in the 2004 election, evangelicalism, and the larger culture. Dr. Dobson is a psychologist, the host of a daily radio program (with an audience exceeded only by Rush Limbaugh's and Paul Harvey's), the author of multiple best-selling books, and founder of Focus on the Family, one of the largest parachurch ministries in the world. His advice is sought out by presidents and other national leaders. Family Man is a fully developed account of Dobson's life, giving both friends and detractors glimpses into his beliefs, accomplishments, and influence.

Culture Warrior --Time

Activist
--Washington Post

Kingmaker
--Michael Crowley, The New Republic

Two hundred twenty million people worldwide tune in for his advice on the radio. The New York Times identified him as the nation?s most influential evangelical leader.

Supporters may laud his moral guidance, and critics decry his social and political activism, but Dr. James Dobson is a power-hitter in every arena of modern culture. You may recognize his name, but the complete story of this family man?his life, his influences, his worldwide ministry, and his heart for his own family?has never been told . . . until now.

Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist Dale Buss uncovers the full inside story of the man whose books, videos, and radio broadcasts have touched millions of marriages and families, and whose stances have influenced political elections. This revealing biography looks behind the scenes at a man whose public image is larger than life, but whose heart has always turned toward home.