The Art of War is now available for babies! You can now take your child on a journey with Sun Tzu as he imparts his wisdom to a young child. By reading this book to your child you can begin teaching the valuable lessons taught in The Art of War at a very early age.
Sun Tzu wrote his top-secret treatise on war over 2,500 years ago in a document painstakingly guarded from all but the most elite emperors and chosen scholars. Follow little Bo through beautiful illustrations of selected quotations of the Art of War, as our little hero attempts to his own battles, uncovers the hidden knowledge behind the great general's strategies and learns important lessons from this timeless masterpiece.
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Graced with color illustrations of Asian art treasures, this gift edition of the world's earliest and most prestigious military treatise covers principles of strategy, tactics, maneuvers, and other ever-relevant topics. Required reading in many military institutions, its ancient wisdom offers many modern applications to business, law, and sports.
The author clarifies the Sun Tzu text without compromising the subtlety of thought needed to master it. He taps into Sun Tzu's own source material and examines contemporary battle fields within context of his philosophies to help you profit from his wisdom.
An entertaining graphic adaptation of the oldest military treatise in the world and a masterpiece of Chinese literature. Hailed as the oldest philosophical discussion on military strategy, Sun Tzu’s The Art of War has been adapted as a graphic novel by award-winning illustrator Pete Katz. In this collectible thread-bound edition, the narrative focuses on a teacher instructing a pupil on the main points of Sun Tzu’s treatise, with vibrant battle scenes interspersed throughout. Issues such as planning, tactics, manoeuvring, and spying are illustrated with full-color scenes, so that readers may gain a greater understanding of principles from the fifth century BC that continue to influence generals, politicians and business leaders to this day.
Sun Tzu's The Art of War is still one of the world's most influential treatises on strategic thought. Applicable everywhere from the boardroom to the bedroom, from the playing field to the battlefield, its wisdom has never been more highly regarded. Now available in its complete form, including the Chinese characters and English text, this essential examination of the art of strategic thinking features extensive commentary and an insightful historical introduction written by Lionel Giles, its original translator. This new edition includes an all-new introduction by the scholar of ancient Chinese literature, John Minford.
The words of the ancient Chinese sages are as timeless as they are wise. IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Award Winner 2017! The words of ancient Chinese philosophers have influenced other thinkers across the world for more than 2,000 years, and continue to shape our ideas today. The Art of War & Other Classics of Eastern Philosophy includes translations of Sun Tzu's Art of War, Lao-Tzu's Tao Te Ching, the teachings of the master sage Confucius, and the writings of Mencius. From insights on warfare and diplomacy to advice on how to deal with one's neighbors and colleagues, this collection of classical Eastern philosophy will provide readers with countless nuggets of wisdom.
Sun Tzu’s philosophy of winning has stood the test of time. His teachings go far beyond warfare and are successfully applied by people from all walks of life. But one group still has limited access to this knowledge, though they can greatly benefit from it: Kids. As they begin their life’s journey, they will inevitably face conflicts. Conflicts are inevitable in life, as they are embedded in both human nature and nature itself. War is just one form of conflict, but there are many more. While less extreme, many milder forms of conflict accompany us throughout life. These could include friendly competition in sports, business, politics, relationships, among group members, or even among siblings. The goal of this book is to prepare children for these inevitable events and help them navigate those roadblocks with ease and confidence. Additionally, this book aims to teach kids how to think strategically, set goals, and achieve them. The principles of winning apply not only in war but in any endeavor. What better gift for young readers than teaching them these timeless concepts, which will serve them for a lifetime? While striving to convey this invaluable knowledge to children, the author does not forget that a children’s book should be captivating and engaging. He simplifies the wisdom of The Art of War, blending it with exciting stories, historical battles, and modern-day examples from sports, school, pop culture, and more. Young readers will discover key life skills such as planning, patience, teamwork, adaptability, self-assessment, and much more. In addition, kids will discover interesting facts related to nature and history. Complete with stunning illustrations that resemble traditional Chinese ink painting and calligraphy, this first edition brings Sun Tzu’s teachings to life in a visually exciting and culturally rich way. Perfect for children aged 9 to 18, this book encourages critical thinking, self-reflection, and creative problem-solving, empowering the next generation to become wise leaders in their own right.
Composed by two prominent statesmen-generals of classical China, this book develops the strategies of Sun Tzu's classic, The Art of War , into a complete handbook of organization and leadership. The great leaders of ancient China who were trained in Sun Tzu's principles understood how war is waged successfully, both materially and mentally, and how victory and defeat follow clear social, psychological, and environmental laws. Drawing on episodes from the panorama of Chinese history, Mastering the Art of War presents practical summaries of these essential laws along with tales of conflict and strategy that show in concrete terms the proper use of Sun Tzu's principles. The book also examines the social and psychological aspects of organization and crisis management. The translator's introduction surveys the Chinese philosophies of war and conflict and explores in depth the parallels between The Art of War and the oldest handbook of strategic living, the I Ching (Book of Changes).