It Was All a Lie
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
"An indictment of the Republican Party from one of the most successful Republican political operatives of his generation"-- Provided by publisher
Stuart Stevens Books
This American author is known for his travel writing and political analysis, often exploring the intersection of politics and personal narratives. His work is characterized by keen observation and an ability to immerse readers in diverse cultures and the political landscapes of the world. Drawing on extensive experience in political consulting and the media, he brings a unique perspective and depth to his writing. His narratives offer a fascinating glimpse into the contemporary world.
The Big Enchilada
Campaign Adventures with the Cockeyed Optimists from Texas who Won the Biggest Prize in Politics
An insider on the Bush campaign shares intimate details of the Texas governor's rise to the presidency, from sketching strategy on a napkin to preparing for the all-important presidential debates.
Recounts an adventure, by Stevens and a companion, across the wildest part of Africa that includes Cameroon, Lake Chad, Niger, Timbuktu, the Sahara, and ends at the shores of the Mediterranean.
Tired of visiting countries with the worst food imaginable, political consultant and writer Stuart Stevens embarks on a gastronomic tour of Europe with a woman he barely knows and a Mustang that barely goes. The plan - to eat in all the 3 star Michelin restaurants in Europe on consecutive days.
Night Train to Turkistan
Modern Adventures Along China's Ancient Silk Road
- 237 pages
- 9 hours of reading
“From the beginning, it was a silly idea. This, of course, I liked.” Thus begins an irreverent Chinese travel tale by Stuart Stevens. In late 1986, Stevens, a young political consultant and writer, invites three friends on a 5,000-mile quest along China’s Ancient Silk Road, aiming to retrace a journey made in 1936 by eccentric British writer Peter Fleming. The companions he chooses—a triathlete, a Yale kung fu expert, and a tall female rower—are more amusing than practical. Only one, Mark Salzman, author of Iron & Silk, has been to China before and is uncertain about returning. This unlikely group sets out from Beijing, determined to follow Fleming’s route to Kashgar, the fabled capital of Chinese Turkistan, known for its vast, desolate Takla Makan desert, which translates to “you go in, but you do not come out.” Battling the extreme cold of winter, they traverse China by trains, donkey carts, bicycles, and memorable buses. Often confined in monolithic Russian-built hotels, they navigate the complexities of Chinese bureaucracy while surviving on lamb fat and cold noodles. Filled with unforgettable characters and humorous scenes, this journey offers a high-spirited romp through a land where travelers are greeted with “Comrades, we welcome you to your journey. Please do not spit everywhere . . .”
Spuren im Heißen Sand
- 262 pages
- 10 hours of reading