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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.
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The Art of War was written over 2,300 years ago in what is now North China. Yet it still remains a contemporary lesson on how to attain victory without going to battle. Modern-day warriors find its ancient strategies helpful regardless of whether the conflict dwells in the boardroom or the bedroom. Despite numerous references to enemies, generals, and armies, The Art of War is about nonaggression. At its core, The Art of War offers a sophisticated lesson on "taking whole," meaning staying openhearted and relaxed in order to sidestep a fight--whether you are a field commander, a CEO, or a frustrated mother putting a resistant son to bed. This particular translation comes from the Denma Translation Group, led by scholars Kidder Smith and James Gimian (publisher of Shambhala Sun magazine). Because of the text's obscure wording (even the Chinese find the original document cumbersome), the translators have inserted helpful commentary that removes some of the linguistic barriers. --Gail Hudson
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Here is a seminal work on the philosophy of successful leadership that is as applicable to contemporary business as it is to war. James Clavell has taken a 1910 translation and clarified it for the contemporary reader.
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- PublisherShambhala
- Publication date2005
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A comprehensive collection of the most essential versions of The Art of War, the classic Chinese military treatiseconsideredby many as the ultimate strategy guideSun 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.Note- The electronic edition of this book does not contain The Lost Art of War, as seen in the paperback edition. Conflict is an inevitable part of life, according to this ancient Chinese classic of strategy. As a study of the anatomy of organizations in conflict, this work applies to competition and conflict in general. Its aim is invincibility, victory without battle, and unassailable strength through understanding the politics and psychology of conflict. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781590302255
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