For more than two thousand years, Sun Tzu's work "The Art of War" has provided vital advice to leaders regarding battlefield tactics, the management of troops and terrain, as well as the use of cunning and deception. As a fundamental part of Chinese culture, it has also become a point of reference for the Western struggle for survival and success, whether on battlefields, in the business sector, or in relationships. In this new translation by John Minford, the work comes to life for modern readers. Minford captures the literary quality of "The Art of War" – its clear, aphoristic, almost poetic style – as well as its philosophical and strategic content. He presents the main text in two different forms. First, the pristine thirteen chapters allow readers to form their own initial impressions from the ancient words of wisdom attributed to Sun Tzu. Then, the same text is accompanied by extensive commentary from the tradition of Chinese commentators and others, providing context and subtext to the work. A lively, educational introduction, timelines, suggested readings, and other valuable aids complement this authentic volume. Even readers who are familiar with "The Art of War" will experience it anew, finding it more compelling – and more chilling – than ever.

Pages: 384
Dimensions: 13x13cm