Novelists and Poets In Disguise: Publications by Diplomats as Literary Works

Novelists and Poets In Disguise: Publications by Diplomats as Literary Works

Writing skills are essential for diplomats, leading some to pursue literary careers.

Diplomats use writing daily, applying drafting skills in "negotiation mode" to find acceptable language for parties with opposing positions.

In "deliberations mode", writing skills are used for speech writing, often incorporating rhetorical devices and storytelling.

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Author's summary: Diplomats' writing skills lead to literary pursuits.

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