The Cable Game The Adventures of an American Press-Boat in Turkish Waters During the Russian Revolution

"The Cable Game" by Stanley Washburn is a real-life adventure story about an American journalist in the middle of the Russian Revolution. He goes to conflict areas near the Black Sea to get news stories. The book tells about the difficulties and risks reporters face when they cover wars. The story starts with the writer's memories from the Russo-Japanese War. Then, he gets ready to go to Russia. We learn about the excitement and challenges of being a reporter, as well as the dangers of reporting during times of war and political problems.