Maniacal Fanaticism is a new theory that takes a fresh, and in some ways, controversial look at success pursuit. Traditional models of success focus on pedigree, talent and opportunity. Surprisingly, uncharacteristic qualities like blame, insecurity and doubt are necessary to achieve true greatness. The theory also takes an innovative approach to failure as a necessary part of the success journey. Using analysis and data from many of the most successful people in history, Tomlinson argues that many of their tactics are translatable to our own individual or organization pursuits.