Although there are many classic treatises on the subject, it may be said that no greater work on the subject of military theory exists than Sun Tzu's "The Art of War". It is certainly one of the oldest known books on the subject having been written some 2500 years ago. Sun Tzu, a Chinese general, military strategist, and philosopher lived in the second half of the 6th century BC and considered war as a necessary evil that if possible is better to be avoided. In his work, Sun Tzu focused heavily on the strategic planning ...
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Although there are many classic treatises on the subject, it may be said that no greater work on the subject of military theory exists than Sun Tzu's "The Art of War". It is certainly one of the oldest known books on the subject having been written some 2500 years ago. Sun Tzu, a Chinese general, military strategist, and philosopher lived in the second half of the 6th century BC and considered war as a necessary evil that if possible is better to be avoided. In his work, Sun Tzu focused heavily on the strategic planning leading up to warfare, the positioning of military assets, and the economic constraints that define the conflict. Because of this, the lessons of "The Art of War", have routinely drawn comparisons to the challenges present in other disciplines, including business, politics, and litigation. Sun Tzu's work has been studied for centuries and the wisdom contained within it continues to be applicable to this day. This edition is translated with commentary and an introduction by Lionel Giles and is printed on premium acid-free paper.
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This book has good tactics for climbing the corporate ladder. It includes chapters such as overcoming your enemies, sabotage, loyalty, family, and getting ahead in life. Anthony Agosta
Maureen R
Sep 26, 2013
Interesting.... but
The hype and mystique were much more interesting than the actual book.
There were some interesting points, but it didn't move me.
readerman
Dec 15, 2012
Strike with Chaos
This excellent little book has plenty of white space on each page for making notes. The translation is very good. This is a book that can be easily taken with you wherever you go.
Michael m
Jun 16, 2012
Great history of early china
Book repetitive and drawn out in places. Hard to bounce back and forth between notes section and main body of book. Full of information for war and life.