The Art of War: Seven Military Classics from Ancient China 8 Books Collection - Paperback
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The Art of War is a collection of seven classic military books that date back to ancient China. It was written by the Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu during the 5th century BCE. The Art of War is widely considered one of the most important works ever written on military strategy and tactics. The book has been studied and applied in various fields, including business, sports, and politics.
The seven books that make up The Art of War include Six Secret Teachings, The Methods of the Sima, Wuzi, Wei Liaozi, Three Strategies of Huang Shigong and Questions and Replies. Each book covers a different aspect of warfare and provides detailed insights into various military strategies, tactics, and principles.
Titles In This Set:
- The Art of War
- Six Secret Teachings
- The Methods of the Sima
- Wuzi
- Wei Liaozi
- Three Strategies of Huang Shigong
- Questions and Replies
- Notes
The Art of War emphasizes the importance of careful planning and preparation before the battle. It stresses the significance of knowing one's own strengths and weaknesses and those of the enemy. The book teaches how to effectively use various tactics, such as deception, surprise, and the exploitation of weaknesses, to gain an advantage in battle.
The Art of War has become an essential reading for military leaders and strategists worldwide. It has been translated into numerous languages and continues influencing military doctrine and strategy. The book's teachings have also been applied in various fields, including politics, business, and sports. Its timeless principles and insights into strategy and tactics make it a classic work that will continue to be studied and applied by future generations.
From the publisher:
The Art of War
Taken from the experiences of Ancient China's most brilliant warriors more than 2000 years ago, Sun Tzu's famed The Art of War contains valuable lessons on strategic warfare that continue to be relevant today.
Six Secret Teachings
Written from a revolutionary perspective, Six Secret Teachings concerns itself with the topics of tactics, morality, and effective communication and contains valuable lessons on strategic warfare that continue to be relevant today.
The Methods of the Sima
Taking a philosophical approach to organization, administration, discipline, and the management of military campaigns, The Methods of the Sima contains valuable lessons that remain relevant today.
Wuzi
One of the oldest of the Seven Military Classics from Ancient China, Wuzi focuses on human nature and behavior and contains valuable lessons on strategic warfare that remain relevant today.
Wei Liaozi
Wei Liaozi takes a theoretical approach to explore a governing state's ideal values and how it should behave. The text contains valuable lessons on strategy and management that remain relevant today.
Three Strategies of Huang Shigong
A later addition to China's most influential military texts, Three Strategies of Huang Shigong takes a philosophical approach to governance and contains valuable lessons on strategic warfare that remain relevant today.
Questions and Replies
A later addition to China's most influential military texts, Questions and Replies builds on the ideas raised in the earlier six of the Seven Military Classics from Ancient China and contains valuable lessons on strategic warfare that continue to be relevant today.
Notes
A personal notebook for readers to write their own notes.
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