Henry Kissinger stands out as a patriot, statesman, and strategic thinker. Winston Lord, who served me with distinction and has been called ‘Kissinger’s Kissinger,’ captures these qualities and more in this book. Kissinger on Kissinger will inform and inspire current and future generations.” —George P. Shultz, former U.S. Secretary of State
“This is a brilliant, timely, and invigorating book. In a series of oral history interviews, the only ones he has ever done, Henry Kissinger offers profound analysis and razor-sharp recollections that show the importance of strategic thinking in navigating global affairs. His lessons are not just about statecraft but also about the courage and character required for leadership.” —Walter S. Isaacson, author of Kissinger: A Biography
"The greatest virtue of this small book of reflections is to show that Henry Kissinger’s greatest legacies to his country are his patriotism, his conception of prudent but effective statecraft, and his unparalleled understanding of how the world works." —Francis P. Sempa, New York Journal of Books
"A frank, informative overview of U.S. foreign policy during the first half of the 1970s—essential reading for anyone hoping to understand today’s global challenges." —Foreign Service Journal
"Kissinger’s accounts of the strategies that he and U.S. President Richard Nixon pursued in a series of crucial events make for fascinating reading and serve as a timely reminder of what serious, farsighted diplomacy looks like." —Jessica T. Matthews, Foreign Affairs