The Book of War: The Military Classic of the Far East by Sunzi and Wu

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Author Sunzi, active 6th century B.C.
Author Wu, Qi, 441 BCE-382 BCE
Translator Calthrop, Everard Ferguson, 1876-1915
Title The Book of War: The Military Classic of the Far East
The Articles of Suntzu; The Sayings of Wutzu
Note Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Book of War: The Military Classic of the Far East" by Sunzi and Wu is a treatise on military strategy and philosophy written in the 5th century BC. It delves into timeless principles of warfare, emphasizing the significance of adaptability, intelligence, and the interplay between human nature and military operations. The text remains influential, underscoring core concepts relevant to both historical and contemporary military strategy. At the start of the book, the introduction highlights the enduring wisdom of the Chinese military strategists Sunzi and Wu, noting that their insights into the nature of war still resonate today, despite the evolution of warfare technology. The opening chapters outline key strategic principles such as the importance of preparation, understanding one’s own strengths and weaknesses, and the psychological aspects of warfare. Sunzi emphasizes the significance of having a moral, well-governed leadership, as well as the ability to manipulate circumstances and employ spies for intelligence gathering. These foundational ideas set the stage for a detailed exploration of military tactics and the various considerations that determine success in war, establishing the groundwork for understanding war as a complex interplay of both art and science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class U: Military science
Subject Military art and science -- Early works to 1800
Subject War -- Early works to 1800
Subject Strategy -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 44024
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