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The Art Of War |  | Author: Sun Tzu
Publisher: Filiquarian
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Media: Paperback
Pages: 68
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Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 5.8 x 0.3
ISBN: 1599869772
Dewey Decimal Number: 181
EAN: 9781599869773
ASIN: 1599869772
Publication Date: November 7, 2007
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Twenty-Five Hundred years ago, Sun Tzu wrote this classic book of military strategy based on Chinese warfare and military thought. Since that time, all levels of military have used the teaching on Sun Tzu to warfare and cilivzation have adapted these teachings for use in politics, business and everyday life. The Art of War is a book which should be used to gain advantage of opponents in the boardroom and battlefield alike.
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 A Primer on being a General! February 15, 2010
Jerome S. (Northampton, PA USA)
This short book takes a primer approach to being a general and leader in "war". I can't see how it would be an essential element of turning anyone into a successful general. You can learn most of the basic lessons presented by Sun Tzu by playing "war" or "cowboys & indians" in the mountains of Pennsylvania. If you had a deprived childhood (your Mom & Dad kept guns away from you and did not allow you to play "violent" childhood games), I recommend you read the book and pay attention to basic tactics and the value of planning and using all available resources. Because it is short and instructional it should be a quick read and worth your time (even if you read it only to satisfy your curiosity). I was a bit disappointed, given the hype of the book. The general repeats himself and often makes a big deal of the obvious. If you want to become the next General Macarthur or General Patton, make better use of your time and look elsewhere. If you think there is a need for another Napolean type, then maybe this would be a good start. If you are still curious, have the time, & a couple of bucks, buy it and read it.
Sun Tzu's Art of War February 6, 2010
Sharon L. Constantine (WA)
Had read it before. Good but as a pocket version it didn't have translation notes.
 The Art of War by Sun Tzu November 16, 2009
Mr. T. Penrose
Excellent! Timeless advice from a tactical master, is easily translated into the realm of corporate strategy. A must have for everyone who wants to climb the corporate ladder!
One of the most important military books in history October 4, 2009
Michael A Neulander (VA)
The Warring States period Warring States Period 475-221 BCE is a history of constant warfare, of alliances and counter-alliances, and of treaties made and broken. The nature of warfare evolved during the period. During the Warring States period, political stability was impossible to gain by adventurous military action. With the advent of swelling ranks of soldiers, protracted sieges, and an ever increasing drain on state treasuries, warfare became a serious matter for study.
Thus, the opening remark of "The Art Of War" states--without exaggeration--war had become the most serious business of the state, the key to survival or ruin. The author of this and other pithy aphorisms on how to successfully fight a war was Sun Tzu. Sun Tzu scholars place his writing "The Art of War" in the Warring States Period, based on the descriptions of warfare in the text. The book has received great exposure in the west starting in the eighteenth century after being translated by a French missionary. It has been reported that Napoleon studied the text and effectively put many of its teachings to good use. For the past 2,000 years, it has been the most important military treatise in all of Asia, even known by name with the common people. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese military figures have studied it and employed its concepts to good effect. This is especially evident in the military tactics of 20th century revolutionaries like Mao Zedong and Ho Chi Minh.
The book is comprised of 13 chapters. The thesis of Sun's work is one should employ an army after a thorough analysis mandated by careful planning and the formulation of an overall strategy before embarking on a campaign. Sun emphasizes rational self-control, influenced by Daoist teachings throughout the book.
Chap 1-Laying Plans
18. All warfare is based on deception. 19. Hence, when able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must seem inactive; when we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away; when far away, we must make him believe we are near.
Chap 6-Weak Points And Strong
8. Hence that general is skillful in attack whose opponent does not know what to defend; and he is skillful in defense whose opponent does not know what to attack.
The best translation is the Samuel B. Griffith edition
Perfect for West Point Student September 30, 2009
Gepetto (Mendota Heights, MN)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
A classic and a perfect gift for any young person just accepted by one of our outstanding military academies. Not a good book for "lefties".
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