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This is the first and only oral history work of centenarian diplomatic legend Henry Kissinger. Facing the spicy questions of senior diplomat and close aide Winston Lord, the dialogue is exquisite and profound. As Richard Nixon's national security adviser, Henry Kissinger transformed U. S. Diplomacy toward China, the Soviet Union, Vietnam, and the Middle East, laying the foundation for geopolitics as we know it today. In a series of engaging interviews, the veteran American statesman discusses the challenges of guiding foreign policy during a time of global tension. Nearly fifty years later, the escalating tensions between the United States, China and Russia seem to be returning to the diplomatic tug-of-war game that Kissinger skillfully played... Looking back on the difficult and extremely important journey and how to face the future, Kissinger rethinks diplomacy, grand strategy and leadership... "Kissinger on Kissinger" is written by Wen, the veteran statesman's long-term partner. A series of interviews conducted by Stone Lord that include Kissinger's reflections on the specific challenges he faced as national security adviser, his general advice on leadership and international relations, and stunning portraits of the era's legendary world leaders, covering nearly all of the key diplomatic activities and initiatives of the Nixon administration. This is a must-read book for anyone in any field who wants to understand the global challenges of the future.