Dodgers to Damascus
David Lesch's Journey from Baseball to the Middle East
Book • 2025
Dodgers to Damascus tells the story of David Lesch's journey from being a promising baseball pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers to becoming a Middle East expert and diplomat.
Catherine Nixon Cooke explores Lesch's life, highlighting his transition from sports to academia and diplomacy.
The book delves into Lesch's experiences, including his time in the Middle East and his interactions with key figures like Bashar al-Assad.
Cooke also examines Lesch's approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing his listening skills and cultural understanding.
The book provides insights into American foreign policy in the Middle East and the complexities of the region.
Catherine Nixon Cooke explores Lesch's life, highlighting his transition from sports to academia and diplomacy.
The book delves into Lesch's experiences, including his time in the Middle East and his interactions with key figures like Bashar al-Assad.
Cooke also examines Lesch's approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing his listening skills and cultural understanding.
The book provides insights into American foreign policy in the Middle East and the complexities of the region.
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