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The art of war

by Sun Tzu
, Sunzi bing fa.
Additional authors: Cleary, Thomas F. -- 1949-2021.
Edition statement:1st ed. Published by : Shambhala ; | Distributed in the United States by Random House, (Boston : | [New York] :) Physical details: viii, 172 pages ; 23 cm ISBN:0877734526; 9780877734529. Year: 1988
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Translation of: Sunzi bing fa.

Taoism and The art of war. -- The structure and content of The art of war. -- Historical background. -- The commentators. -- The translation. -- Strategic assessments. -- Doing battle. -- Planning a siege. -- Formation. -- Force. -- Emptiness and fullness. -- Armed struggle. -- Adaptations. -- Maneuvering armies. -- Terrain. -- Nine grounds. -- Fire attack. -- On the use of spies.

This new translation of the Chinese masterpiece of military strategy helps readers apply the principles of military victory to the relationships in their own lives and teaches how to bring about the desired outcome in all the challenges of life.

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