The Rosetta Book: Why I Write is the keystone to Richard Sweeney's vast library of manifestos, memoirs, and cultural critiques. In this landmark work, Sweeney reveals the origin of his voice, the patterns that unite his books, and the driving "why" behind every page. From exposing financial traps and cultural fragility to exploring metaphysics, family, and faith, his writing refuses silence and dismantles illusion. This book is not simply an introduction — it is a map, a key, and a declaration that words can outlive dismissal. For readers new to Sweeney's work, this volume offers the context to understand them all. For longtime followers, it reveals the connective tissue between every title.