The ART OF WAR is a Classic piece of Chinese philosophy, by Sun-Tzu, over a million copies sold, a true masterpiece, a series of brilliant aphorisms that illuminate, the planning and conduct of war.
Now this classic work is available in an elegant illustrated edition.featuring seventy five color and black -and-white images.
From perceptive descriptions of nine varieties of terrain, to advice on how to gage an enemies weaknesses and strengths, to suggestions on the employment of secret agents.here is timeless advice on combat and military strategy.
Sun Tzu’s writings are unsurpassed in depth of understanding, shedding light not only on battlefield maneuvers, but also on the relevant economic, political and psychological factors that can shape the outcome of warfare.
Equally important.the precepts outlined by Sun Tzu over 2000 years ago can be applied with great success outside the theater of war. Indeed it is read avidly by corporate executives and wizard, s of Wall Street worldwide.This edition offers the definitive translation of Sun Tzu’s text, by former U.S. Marine Brigadier General Samuel Griffith, who was also an authority of Mao Tse-Tung . Remarkable for its clear organization, lucid prose.and the acuity of its intellectual and moral insights.
The Art of War is the definitive study of combat.its an essential book for military history buffs, and a ideal gift for anyone who is interested in tactics and strategy, weather on battlefield, boardroom or wall street. This ancient classic of 13 chapters was written over 2000 years ago by the legendary Chinese General Sun Tzu, it is a must have for Military. It is rumoured that Napoleon used a French translation of the Art of War to his advantage while conquering most of Europe and he lost when he broke its Principals.
The principals that are with in this ancient text can also be used in games of strategy, business, conflicts, corporate managers, Leadership, stock markets and day to day battles of life. Here are 10 principals of wisdom by Sun Tzu.
1.Supreme excellence consists in breaking the enemy’s resistance without fighting.
- If you know the enemy and you know yourself, you need not fear the result of hundred battles.
3.Spies are the most important element in war, because up on them depends an army’s ability to move.
4.All warfare is based on deception.
5.The general who wins the battle makes many calculations before the battle is fought.
6.There is no instance of a country benefited from a prolonged war.
7.The clever combatant looks to the effect of combined energy, and does not require too much from Individuals.
8.In war, the way is to avoid what is strong, and to strike at what is weak.
9.When you surround an army, leave an outlet free .(so they can retreat).
10.Move not unless you see an advantage, use not your troops unless there is something to be gained, fight not unless the position is critical.
Taken as a whole this is a book of wisdom and principals of how to win in war or life.I rank it in my top ten books I have ever read, it is a must have for any home library.The Art of War will help you on overcoming an opponent whether it be war, work.relationships or your own personal demons.