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Art of War

by Sun Tzu/sawyer

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ISBN13: 9781566192972
ISBN10: 1566192978
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An illuminating new look at the classic primer on warfare. Distinguishing itself from many previous versions, this contemporary translation of Sun-Tzu's landmark text acknowledges the work first and foremost as a masterpiece of military strategy. Translator Ralph Sawyer provides the most detailed introduction and commentary yet offered on the text, its author, and his age. Get inside the head of Sun-Tzu, and find out which significant historical battles influenced his thinking. Sawyer's exhaustive biographical research helps you separate the myth from the elusive man himself. Immerse yourself in the mindset of the Chinese military organization through an extensive overview of its history as well as its tactical use of chariots, horse and cavalry, armor and shields, and swords. Several supplementary sections illuminate relevant portions of the recently discovered tomb texts and "lost writings," reputed to be earlier variants of the standard version. A glossary identifies figures and terms for the convenience of readers unfamiliar with Chinese history and writings.
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jengem, October 23, 2006 (view all comments by jengem)
It's odd how a book witch is about war and fighting, can have such a strong place in everyday life. But this book is such a help for the battles that you fight everyday. This book is sometimes almost too strong- seeing that it is talking about ways to destroy others, but it is still a string guide to how to live each day.
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ISBN:
9781566192972
Subtitle:
New Translation (Fall River Press Edition)
Author:
Sawyer, Ralph D.
Translator:
Sawyer, Ralph D.
Author:
Sawyer, Ralph D.
Author:
Sun-Tzu
Author:
Tzu, Sun
Author:
Sun-Izu
Publisher:
Fall River Press
Subject:
Military - Strategy
Subject:
Military - General
Subject:
Military Science
Subject:
Military art and science
Subject:
Eastern - General
Copyright:
1994
Publication Date:
19940127
Binding:
HC
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
384
Dimensions:
8.60x5.76x1.36 in. 1.20 lbs.
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