The Art of War by Thomas Cleary

The Art of War by Thomas Cleary

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The Art of War by Thomas Cleary

The Definitive Translation with Over Two Million Copies Sold

Sun Tzu's Art of War, compiled more than two thousand years ago, is a study of the anatomy of organizations in conflict. It is perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world today. Now, this unique volume brings together the essential versions of Sun Tzu's text, along with illuminating commentaries and auxiliary texts written by distinguished strategists. The translations, by the renowned translator ThomasCleary, have all been published previously in book form, except for The Silver Sparrow Art of War, which is available here for the first time. This collection contains-

The Art of War-
This edition of Sun Tzu's text includes the classic collection of commentaries by eleven interpreters.

Mastering the Art of War- Consisting of essays by two prominent statesmen-generals of Han dynasty China,ZhugeLiangandLiuJi, this book develops the strategies of Sun Tzu's classic into a complete handbook of organization and leadership. It draws on episodes from Chinese history to show in concrete terms the proper use of Sun Tzu's principles.

The Silver Sparrow Art of War- A version of Sun Tzu's Art of War based on a manuscript of the classic text discovered at a Chinesearcheologicalsite in China'sShandongProvince in 1972, which contains previously unknown fragments.
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ISBN 13 9781590302255
ISBN 10 1590302257
Title The Art of War
Author Thomas Cleary
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Shambhala Publications Inc
Year published 2005-01-11
Number of pages 240
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.