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  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu, George Guidall, Joe Mantegna

    Audio CD (Recorded Books, Inc., June 11, 2003)
    Born over 2,400 years ago, warrior, thinker, and leader Sun Tzu lived during a time of great internecine conflict in China. A classic of Chinese literature, Art of War reveals the strategies, tactics, and insights that lead to success. Mastery of warfare and the maintenance of power are the most important values in Sun's philosophy--without which there can be no peace or life. According to Sun, studying your enemy, detecting his weakness, allowing him to expose himself and then acting accordingly is the key to success. But, it is perhaps even more important to master the skill of winning without fighting. Sun's battle-proven strategies have been put into practice by countless leaders--from Mao Tse-tung to Napoleon to the planners of Operation Desert Storm. Filled with practical wisdom and strategy Art of War is an indispensable guide for anyone who want an edge over the competition. With powerful narration by George Guidall and Joe Mantegna, listeners are sure to be destined for greatness with this book.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu, Lionel Giles

    Paperback (Simon & Brown, Nov. 6, 2018)
    A new illustrated edition of Sun Tzu's classic ancient Chinese meditation on military strategy and human psychology, with a new commentary that highlight its continued relevance for modern readers.Poetic and immensely readable, The Art of War was written 2,500 years ago and the military manual is still relevant today. A fascinating historical document that sheds light on ancient warfare, it is also a profound meditation on human psychology, interrogating the subjects of leadership, self-discipline and self-awareness.This new edition of the classic work is specially designed for modern readers. It includes an insightful introduction to the historical and philosophical context, and is accompanied by explanation and analysis of how Sun Tzu's lessons have been applied in some of the world's most famous battles. Renowned strategists from Field Marshal Montgomery to General Schwarzkopf have cited the book as an inspiration.The ancient text, attributed to Sun Tzu, is divided into 13 chapters that provide a logical and strategic approach to conflict and competition. Each focuses on a different aspect of warfare, including the importance of planning, managing your forces, decision-making, knowing your strengths and weaknesses, the art of deception and understanding the power of information.This edition, featuring more than 28 evocative photographs, offers a new perspective on a classic work and enables new generations to discover The Art of War and find new applications for the wisdom of Sun Tzu.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu

    Paperback (Pretorian Books, March 4, 2020)
    Sun Tzu - The Art of WarSun Tzu - The Art of WarThe Art of War is an ancient Chinese military treatise dating from the Late Spring and Autumn Period. The work, which is attributed to the ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu (also spelled Sunzi), is composed of 13 chapters. Each one is devoted to an aspect of warfare and how it applies to military strategy and tactics. For almost 1500 years it was the lead text in an anthology that would be formalised as the Seven Military Classics by Emperor Shenzong of Song in 1080. The Art of War remains the most influential strategy text in East Asian warfare and has influenced both Eastern and Western military thinking, business tactics, legal strategy, lifestyles and beyond.The book contained a detailed explanation and analysis of the Chinese military, from weapons and strategy to rank and discipline. Sun Tzu also stressed the importance of intelligence operatives and espionage to the war effort. Because Sun Tzu has long been considered to be one of history's finest military tacticians and analysts, his teachings and strategies formed the basis of advanced military training for centuries to come.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu

    eBook (Gagler Enterprises, Oct. 5, 2012)
    by Sun TzuDownloadin EPUB format, also available for Kindle or in PDFThe Art of War is a Chinese military treatise that was written during the 6th century BC by Sun Tzu. Composed of 13 chapters, each of which is devoted to one aspect of warfare, it has long been praised as the definitive work on military strategies and tactics of its time. The Art of War is one of the oldest books on military strategy in the world. It is the first and one of the most successful works on strategy and has had a huge influence on Eastern and Western strategists.
  • The Art of War

    Niccolo Machiavelli, Seedbox Classics

    eBook (Seedbox Press, LLC, Jan. 4, 2012)
    This Seedbox Classics edition of The Art of War includes illustrations.The Art of War by Niccolò Machiavelli is a treatise on military strategy and discipline. Written in a Socratic dialogue, The Art of War reveals Machiavelli’s military philosophy ranging from a focus on the necessity of a state militia and an armed citizenry to the importance of the military in order to protect society, art, and religion.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu, Lionel Giles

    Hardcover (Arcturus Publishing Limited, Oct. 15, 2015)
    'Let your plans be dark and impenetrable as night, and when you move, fall like a thunderbolt.'- Sun TzuWritten around the 6th century BC, The Art of War is one of the oldest and most famous books on military strategy. It teaches you how, when battle commences, to think on your feet and catch your enemy off guard. Its penetrating theories are a must read for the modern day military enthusiast, business person and historian alike. This deluxe, hardback gift edition is bound in luxurious silk and presented in a decorative slipcase. It features a stunning range of full-color Chinese illustrations to lift and complement the text, as well as a fascinating postscript on how the ideas of Sun Tzu have been put to use in business, sport and other areas of life.The perfect gift for anyone interested in ancient Chinese wisdom.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu, Lionel Giles

    Hardcover (Chump Change, Jan. 14, 2017)
    THE ART OF WAR is game theory from the year 514 B.C. This Unabridged English value reproduction lists the 13 Chapters in bare form for the reader to review and contemplate Sun Tzu’s teachings as it applies to their life. Just as President Johnson controlled the Senate by controlling little steps of the process, THE ART OF WAR is divided into 13 chapters covering all the steps of battle, be it in the office or across continents. Topics include, “Five Essentials for Victory,” “Tactical Dispositions,” “Maneuvering,” and many more. No student of influence should be without this historic philosophy book on leadership. This Value Classic Reprint provides a slim volume with full text at an affordable price.
  • The Art of War

    Tzu Sun, Ralph D. Sawyer

    eBook (Basic Books, Feb. 11, 1994)
    The definitive translation of Sun-tzu's timeless classic of military strategy, Art of WarArt of War is almost certainly the most famous study of strategy ever written and has had an extraordinary influence on the history of warfare. The principles Sun-tzu expounded were utilized brilliantly by such great Asian war leaders as Mao Tse-tung, Giap, and Yamamoto. First translated two hundred years ago by a French missionary, Sun-tzu's Art of War has been credited with influencing Napoleon, the German General Staff, and even the planning for Desert Storm. Many Japanese companies make this book required reading for their key executives. And increasingly, Western businesspeople and others are turning to the Art of War for inspiration and advice on how to succeed in competitive situations of all kinds. Unlike most editions of Sun-tzu currently available (many simply retreads of older, flawed translations), this superb translation makes use of the best available classical Chinese manuscripts, including the ancient "tomb text" version discovered by archaeologists at Linyi, China. Ralph Sawyer, an outstanding Western scholar of ancient Chinese warfare and a successful businessman in his own right, places this classic work of strategy in its proper historical context. Sawyer supplies a portrait of Sun-tzu's era and outlines several battles of the period that may have either influenced Sun-tzu or been conducted by him. While appreciative of the philosophical richness of the Art of War, this edition stresses Sun-tzu's practical origins and presents a translation that is both accurate and accessible.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu, Lionel Giles

    eBook (Xist Classics, March 2, 2017)
    Featuring New, Easier-to-Read Formatting “If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle.” ― Sun Tzu, The Art of War Despite technological advancement, this ancient Chinese text is still the definitive work of military strategy. In the last 2,500 years, Sun Tzu's military treatise has transcended its role as a battlefield guide and has been used as a foundational text for business, leadership and more.This Xist Classics edition has been professionally formatted for e-readers with a linked table of contents. This ebook also contains a bonus book club leadership guide and discussion questions. We hope you’ll share this book with your friends, neighbors and colleagues and can’t wait to hear what you have to say about it.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu

    eBook (Aegitas, June 24, 2017)
    The Art of War is an ancient Chinese military treatise dating from the 5th century BC. Attributed to the ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu – "Master Sun", the text is composed of 13 chapters, each of which is devoted to one aspect of warfare. It is commonly thought of as a definitive work on military strategy and tactics. It was placed at the head of China's Seven Military Classics upon the collection's creation in 1080 by Emperor Shenzong of Song, and has long been the most influential strategy text in East Asia. It has had an influence on Eastern and Western military thinking, business tactics, legal strategy and beyond. The treatise in translated from the Chinese, with an introduction and critical notes by Lionel Giles, M.A. Assistant Department of Oriental Printed Books And Manuscripts.
  • The Art of War

    Sun Tzu

    Paperback (Chump Change, Sept. 22, 2016)
    THE ART OF WAR is game theory from the year 514 B.C. This pure English translation lists the 13 Chapters in bare form for the reader to review and contemplate Sun Tzu’s teachings as it applies to their life. The book includes wisdom for any aspiring leader. Just as President Johnson controlled the Senate by controlling little steps of the process, THE ART OF WAR is divided into 13 chapters covering all the steps of battle, be it in the office or across continents. Topics include, “Five Essentials for Victory,” “Tactical Dispositions,” “Maneuvering,” and many more. No student of influence should be without this historic philosophy book on leadership.
  • Art of War, The

    Sun Tzu, Jim Roberts

    MP3 CD (Golden Words, Feb. 1, 2016)
    This is the complete text of The Art of War, one of the oldest and most successful books on military strategy in the world. It has also been applied to business and managerial strategies. The translation, by Lionel Giles, is considered one of the best available. This unabridged edition of The Art of War includes only the most essential translator's notes so that the words and thoughts of Sun Tzu may be easily understood.