Art of War

(Author) Sun Tzu
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The Art of War, the world's oldest treatise on warfare, has been studied by leaders for centuries. Dated to about fifth century BCE, The Art of War is considered the oldest treatise on war in the world. Attributed to Sun Tzu of the Zhou dynasty, the book is composed of thirteen chapters, each addressing a particular aspect of warfare, such as planning offenses, military combat, and the employment of spies. Influential in Eastern civilization for millennia and in Western culture since its first translation in the eighteenth century, the teachings of this book have been applied to scenarios as varied as office politics, the Vietnam War, and American football. Featuring gilded edges and a heat-burnished cover, this edition of The Art of War is a stylish addition to your bookshelf.

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Publisher:
Canterbury Classics
Format:
Paperback
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781667209609
Publish year:
2025
Publish date:
March 13, 2025

Sun Tzu

Sun Tzu was a Chinese military strategist and philosopher who lived during the Eastern Zhou period. His most notable work, "The Art of War," is a seminal text on military strategy and tactics that has had a profound influence on military theory and practice. Sun Tzu's writing style is concise and insightful, with a focus on the importance of deception, flexibility, and strategic thinking in warfare. His contributions to literature include advancing the understanding of warfare and leadership, as well as the application of strategic principles in various fields beyond the military. "The Art of War" remains his most famous work and continues to be studied and applied by military leaders, business executives, and scholars around the world.

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