The Art of War
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Tags: Classics, Non-Fiction, War
ISBN:1599869772
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The Art of War is a Chinese text dating from the sixth century B.C. on the nature of warfare. Written by Sun Tzu, a brilliant and innovative military expert, The Art of War has been studied for centuries by the world’s militaries and historians as well as in the realm of big business. In thirteen chapters, Sun Tzu’s masterpiece covers every aspect of waging war—the crucial decisions that must go into planning an attack, the keys of success on the battlefield, assessing terrain and resources, calculating the enemy’s strength, and the use of spies. Great military campaigns have been fought and won with the help of this ancient Chinese book. Whether interpreted literally or metaphorically, The Art of War has tried and true advice for strategists of all kinds.
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Opening Lines (Experimental)
to the State.
which can on no account be neglected.
when seeking to determine the conditions obtaining in the field.
(4) The Commander; (5) Method and discipline.
regardless of their lives, undismayed by any danger.
times and seasons.
the chances of life and death.
...
Member reviews
5/5
Reviewed by taffyuko on Feb 5, 2010
Masterpiece
One of the oldest written capitulations of war and military stratagem and utilized across centuries; not only an interesting and fast read but truly enlightening on Eastern-Asian history.
5/5
Reviewed by samurailink3 on Dec 9, 2009
A True Classic
There are reasons some books survive to become utter classics in our age. In a world of fast-moving narratives, flashy commercials, and fast food, nothing ever lasts. The Art of War is a timeless classic for a reason. Wonderful to read in short bursts.
4/5 
Reviewed by nod4nee on May 26, 2009
Insightful
I could apply these methods to everyday life. Very intriguing. I recommend it a read to anyone. Whether or not you're into the mentality of war generals or not.
5/5
Reviewed by osaya on May 22, 2009
a foremost building block for "common" sense?
whilst many feel that what Sun Tzu espoused was 'common sense', many people probably don't realise how much influence it had on thinkers and leaders through the centuries, to the point that his writing has become the norm. for someone to have written a piece of this magnitude from his era is just mind-blowing. at any rate, i reckon it's a fantastic read.
3/5 
Reviewed by fireinthelight on Apr 9, 2009
Concise
-Common-Sense
+Short
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