Tomorrow There Will Be Apricots
Book • 2022
Robert Bowker's memoir 'Tomorrow There Will Be Apricots' chronicles his diplomatic career across the Middle East, drawing on postings in Jordan, Egypt and as non-resident ambassador to several countries.
The book mixes personal anecdotes, cultural observations, and reflections on the moral ambiguities of diplomacy in conflict-prone regions.
Bowker explores how diplomacy operates on the ground, the challenges of advising governments, and the human consequences of policy choices.
He uses vivid storytelling to convey the texture of daily life, language mishaps, and the informal bonds that underpin official relations.
The memoir offers insight into the complexities of representing Australia while navigating regional sensitivities and ethical dilemmas.
The book mixes personal anecdotes, cultural observations, and reflections on the moral ambiguities of diplomacy in conflict-prone regions.
Bowker explores how diplomacy operates on the ground, the challenges of advising governments, and the human consequences of policy choices.
He uses vivid storytelling to convey the texture of daily life, language mishaps, and the informal bonds that underpin official relations.
The memoir offers insight into the complexities of representing Australia while navigating regional sensitivities and ethical dilemmas.
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