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Art of War

By Sun Tzu
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The Art of War by Sun Tzu is an ancient Chinese military treatise that offers strategic and tactical advice on warfare. It outlines key principles on the importance of strategy, leadership, and adaptability, emphasizing flexibility and understanding opponents to achieve victory without unnecessary conflict. This classic work is influential in both military thinking and broader strategic contexts.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in strategic thinking and ancient military tactics. It offers timeless insights into strategy and leadership, applicable not only in warfare but also in business and personal challenges. Ideal for those who appreciate historical texts that provide practical wisdom on decision-making and problem-solving.

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Art of War

This elegant edition of Sun Tzu's classic text The Art of War uses traditional Chinese binding techniques to deliver essential wisdom in a beautiful package.

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Featuring the Chinese text on the left and the English translation on the right, this beautifully bound edition of Sun Tzu's classic text makes a unique gift or collector's item. Written in the sixth century BCE, Sun Tzu's The Art of War is still widely read and consulted today for its timeless, piercing insights into strategy and tactics. Napoleon, Mao Zedong, General Vo Nguyen Giap, and General Douglas MacArthur all claimed to have drawn inspiration from it. Beyond the world of war, business and management gurus have also applied Sun Tzu's ideas to office politics and corporate strategy.

This edition of The Art of War is printed on high-quality paper and bound by traditional Chinese book-making techniques. It contains the full 13 chapters on such topics as laying plans, attacking by stratagem, weaponry, terrain, and the use of spies. Sun Tzu addresses different campaign situations, marching, energy, and how to exploit your enemy's weaknesses.

This edition is an essential addition to any library, whether you're fascinated by the philosophy of warfare, Chinese history, or even twenty-first-century business.

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The Art of War by Sun Tzu is often praised for its timeless strategic insights and its application beyond military tactics to business and personal success. Critics appreciate its brevity and the depth of its philosophical and tactical wisdom, finding it both accessible and profound. It is considered essential reading for those interested in understanding strategy, leadership, and competitive thinking.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781577152453

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 July 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Wellfleet Press,U.S.

Illustration: color illustrations

Contributors:

  • Translated by Lionel Giles

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 390g

Pages: 136

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About the Author

Sun Tzu (c. 6th century BCE) was a Chinese general whose life is shrouded in mystery. It is believed that he served King Helu of Wu, and that he rose to fame as a result of his successful military exploits. Today he is a legendary figure in Asia, and his works are cited in every discipline from sports to politics in the West.

Lionel Giles (1875 - 1958) was a British sinologist, writer, and philosopher. Lionel Giles served as assistant curator at the British Museum and Keeper of the Department of Oriental Manuscripts and Printed Books. Giles is most notable for his 1910 translation of The Art of War by Sun Tzu and The Analects of Confucius.

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