Lessons in Diplomacy: Testimonials!

What do conservationist Jane Goodall, Deep Purple bassist Roger Glover, Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen, author and academic Tom Fletcher and writer and ex-politician Matthew Parris all have in common?

All have been kind enough to provide testimonials for my book Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties, available for pre-order now from Bristol University Press, Amazon and Waterstones.

The Testimonials

Lessons in Diplomacy opens with four pages of testimonials from writers, politicians, diplomats, academics, journalists and rock musicians. I am enormously grateful to all of them. Here are the first few:

‘Fascinating insights from a well-informed source. Informative, thought-provoking and fun.’
Alexander Van der Bellen, President of Austria

‘Leigh Turner is a diplomat’s diplomat, who has always balanced serious professionalism with deep compassion, humanity and humour. He is not one to get stuck behind a desk, and this lively, readable account is a compelling case for why adventurous, creative diplomacy is needed more than ever. It’ll be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in how statecraft works, and the pace at which it is changing. It’s lively, often hilarious, always perceptive. Highly recommended.’
Tom Fletcher, former foreign policy adviser and author of “The Naked Diplomat”

‘Leigh Turner examines the nature of true diplomacy from a global perspective, and emphasises how important it is, especially today. And he describes how hope and hard work are essential if we are to keep going during these dark times. An insightful and powerful book.’
Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace

‘It’s rare that the worlds of diplomacy and rock’n’roll bump into each other but when they do, it’s reassuring to know how much we are alike. Leigh Turner rocks!’
Roger Glover, Deep Purple

‘Amusing anecdotes from diplomatic life are always a good read, but Leigh Turner adds depth,
intelligence and serious commentary. This is an insightful as well as a most readable account.’
Matthew Parris, writer and broadcaster

Call to action

I’m hoping all these testimonials provide evidence that Lessons in Diplomacy is a good read. So, do consider pre-ordering a copy! As I say above, it’s available from Bristol University Press, Amazon, Waterstones and other booksellers. It will be published on 24 September. Happy reading.

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