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Cover of The Art of War by Sun-tzu
Author: Sun-tzu
Year: 2011
Language: en
Pages: 174
ISBN-13: 9781461164180
Dimensions:
Height: 216 mm
Length: 140 mm
Width: 10 mm
Dewey Decimal: 355.02
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The Art of War by Sun-tzu, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on May 19, 2011, is a significant military treatise that has influenced strategies throughout history. This edition spans 174 pages and is presented in English, offering readers a comprehensive exploration of military tactics and strategies as articulated in the original 6th-century B.C. text. The book is divided into two parts: the first part features a full English translation of Sun Tzu’s work, while the second part includes both the translation and a detailed commentary by translator Lionel Giles.

Readers will find that The Art of War consists of 13 chapters that delve into various aspects of warfare, providing military insights that remain relevant today. The first part allows for an unadulterated understanding of Sun Tzu’s principles, while the commentary in the second part enhances comprehension through detailed explanations. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in history, military strategy, and the enduring wisdom of Sun Tzu’s teachings.


Official synopsis Publisher

Although it was written in the 6th century B.C., Sun Tzu’s The Art of War remains one of the most successful books on military strategies. This Chinese military treatise is the definitive work on military tactics and strategies of all times. The book’s 13 chapters discuss the aspects of warfare and are full of military insights.This reprint edition of The Art of War is composed of 2 parts:I. Part I is a full English translation of the original text.II. Part II includes both a complete English translation of the original text and a commentary with detailed explanation by the translator Lionel Giles.The first part does not contain any comments to allow the reader to understand the principles of Sun Tzu without any distraction while the second part will further explain these principles through the comments of Lionel Giles. Lionel Giles’ translation of The Art of War is still considered the best and most complete translation of the book ever published.

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Language: en. Pages: 174.

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