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After spending three decades advising multinational companies on geopolitics and security crises, Richard Fenning knows all about danger and intrigue. Kidnappings, terrorist attacks, coups d'etat, corruption scandals, cyber attacks, earthquakes and hurricanes were all in a day's work in a career that coincided with the rise of China, the tumult of the Middle East wars, the resurgence of populism and the digital revolution. Amid chaos and upheaval, he also found humanity and humour. Often witty and always insightful, What on Earth Can Go Wrong takes us from the battlefields of Iraq to the back streets of Bogota, from the steamy Niger Delta to the chill of Putin's Moscow. In a remarkable memoir of a life on the frazzled edge of globalisation, Fenning looks back with humanity and insight on the people and places he got to know, while offering some timely thoughts on the relationship between risk and fear in a profoundly volatile world.

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'A must-read for every student of geopolitics, amateur or academic, professional or private. This beautifully written memoir is much more than that: a roller-coaster ride of risk, full of insights and implied advice, more relevant than ever in today's uncertain world. Richard's sense of humour, and of irony, and his golden pen, make even the most appalling experiences enjoyable. Strongly recommended' - Sir Sherard Cowper-Coles, former British Ambassador to Israel, Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan

'Take a spoonful of Evelyn Waugh, add a sprinkle of P.J. O'Rourke and garnish with a touch of Michael Palin. Fenning is not just wry, perceptive and informative: he is also laugh-out-loud funny' - Boris Starling, 'A fascinating insight into the space where politics and business meet, filled with wit and wisdom' - Lord Sedwill, former UK Cabinet Secretary, 'A must-read...This beautifully written memoir is a roller-coaster ride of risk, more relevant than ever in today's uncertain world' - Sir Sherard Cowper-Coles

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Born and brought up in the north of England, Richard Fenning spent 14 years as CEO of Control Risks, the global consultancy that specialises in helping businesses out of tight spots in difficult countries. He now works as leadership coach and is a regular media commentator on world affairs.

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