Sun Tzu 
Sun Tzu’s The Art of War 
The Complete, Annotated Edition

Dating back to the 5th century B.C., The Art of War is an ancient Chinese text on military strategy whose teachings have become very influential and popular in the west. Its thirteen chapters cover such topics as Planning, Weaknesses and Strengths, Terrain, and Intelligence and Espionage. Popular with military thinkers, business leaders and entertainers alike, The Art of War is an essential tome on strategy that is remarkably relevant today despite its ancient origins. This edition follows Lionel Giles‘ exacting translation, and includes his scholarly annotations and observations.

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Sun Tzu (544.B.C. – 496 B.C.) was a Chinese general, military strategist, and philosopher. Named Sun Wu at birth, his notoriety brought the people of China to refer to him by the honorific title Sun Tzu meaning Master Sun. Famously credited around the world for writing The Art of War, he is also highly revered in Asia as a legendary historical figure due to his teaching and wisdom.