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The Art of War

Complete Texts and Commentaries
By Thomas Cleary
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The Art of War by Thomas Cleary is a translation and commentary on Sun Tzu's ancient Chinese military treatise. It explores strategic thinking, leadership principles, and tactics that extend beyond warfare to personal and professional conflicts. The book delves into the philosophical and psychological aspects of strategy, offering timeless insights for gaining advantages and achieving success in various aspects of life.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the strategic wisdom that has influenced military leaders, businesses, and philosophers for centuries. This classic text offers profound insights into human psychology and conflict resolution, making it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding strategy and tactics beyond the battlefield.

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The Art of War

"The Art of War" is perhaps the most influential book of strategy in the world. This classical Chinese text is a study of organisms in conflict. This work is a complete reference volume for understanding every aspect of one of the most influential texts in modern history.

A collection of essential versions of THE ART OF WAR and illuminating commentaries written by Sun Tzu's successors.

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The Art of War is perhaps the most influential book of strategy in the world today. This classical Chinese text is a penetrating study of organisations in conflict. Compiled over two thousand years ago by Sun Tzu, a mysterious Chinese warrior-philosopher, the text addresses competition and conflict on every level from the interpersonal to the international.

This unique volume includes Mastering the Art of War, The Lost Art of War and The Silver Sparrow Art of War.

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Thomas Cleary's translation of The Art of War has been praised for its relevance and clarity. It presents the ancient text in a way that offers practical insights without feeling antiquated, making it highly applicable to modern management and leadership challenges.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781590300541

Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2003

Country: United States

Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc

Illustration: NONE

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 714g

Pages: 474

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Penguin Books Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Thomas Cleary

About the Author

The warrior-philosopher and master strategist Sun Tzu, about whom little is known, compiled The Art of War more than two thousand years ago. Legend has it that he was known for the brilliant campaigns he led around the time of Confucius. His work was memorized and passed down orally, before eventually being copied onto bamboo strips and passed around.

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