Rory Stewart books

Rory Stewart is a British author, diplomat, and politician whose non-fiction books draw on his experiences walking across Afghanistan and governing in post-war Iraq.

Anthologies

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More Light, Less Heat 2011 N/A

Non-Fiction

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The Places in Between 2004 Buy
The Prince of the Marshes 2005 Buy
The Marches 2015 Buy
Politics On the Edge / How Not To Be A Politician 2023 Buy
How Not to Be a Politician 2023 Buy

Rory Stewart has led one of the more unusual lives among contemporary non-fiction writers. A former British diplomat, soldier, and politician who served as a government minister, he has drawn on those experiences across several books that blend travel writing, political memoir, and cultural observation.

His debut, The Places in Between (2004), chronicled his walk across central Afghanistan shortly after the fall of the Taliban. The Prince of the Marshes (2005) followed, drawing on his time as a coalition deputy governor in southern Iraq. His later works, including The Marches (2015) and Politics On the Edge (2023), turned his attention to Britain itself — its borderlands, institutions, and the inner workings of its government.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Rory Stewart written?

Rory Stewart has written 6 books across 2 series.

What was Rory Stewart's first book?

Rory Stewart’s first book is The Places in Between, published in 2004.

What is Rory Stewart best known for writing?

Rory Stewart is best known for The Places in Between (2004), an account of his solo walk across Afghanistan in 2002, and Politics On the Edge, his memoir about his years in British politics.

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