Product Description

Conflict is an inevitable part of life, according to this ancient Chinese classic of strategy, but everything necessary to deal with conflict wisely, honorably, victoriously, is already present within us. Compiled more than two thousand years ago by a mysterious warrior-philosopher, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world, as eagerly studied in Asia by modern politicians and executives as it has been by military leaders since ancient times. As a study of the anatomy of organizations in conflict, The Art of War applies to competition and conflict in general, on every level from the interpersonal to the international. Its aim is invincibility, victory without battle, and unassailable strength through understanding the physics, politics, and psychology of conflict.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2694 in Books
• Published on: 2005-01-11
• Released on: 2005-01-11
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• 224 pages

Review
A Washington Post best-seller "Absorb this book, and you can throw out all those contemporary books about management leadership."— Newsweek "A breast-pocket favorite of many commanders and U.S. Marines."— Christian Science Monitor "The Art of War soon could join Machiavelli's The Prince as required reading in the executive suite."— USA Today

From the Inside Flap
Helps the reader apply the principles of military strategy to all challenges and conflicts of life.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

About the Author
The warrior-philosopher and master strategist Sun Tzu, about whom little is known, compiled The Art of War more than two thousand years ago. Legend has it that he was known for the brilliant campaigns he led around the time of Confucius. His work was memorized and passed down orally, before eventually being copied onto bamboo strips and passed around.

Customer Reviews

Bare but Flawless
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"The Art of War"
Great book! There are many versions of "The Art of War" but I liked this one. It includes Sun Tzu's words along with reviews/commentary from other prominent Chinese from the last 2000 years. It has a lengthy introduction but it is worthwile to read it all. This book is about strategy and information. It is easy to apply in many contemporary settings other than the military. It is a quick read and very worthwhile. This is one of those books you will want to keep and read again at a later date.

Can apply to all aspects of life
As a business major, The Art of War is an excellent tool when it comes to strategizing. However, this book goes beyond the professional. On a personal level, Sun Tzu's writings can apply to all aspects of life and it certainly has helped me. I can only imagine how effective this book is for the military...