DOC The Illustrated Art of War by Sun Tzu in History

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With well over a million copies sold; Sun Tzu's The Art of War is a true masterpiece; a series of brilliant aphorisms that illuminate the planning and conduct of war. Now this classic work is available in an elegant illustrated edition; featuring seventy-five color and black-and-white images.From perceptive descriptions of the nine varieties of terrain; to advice on how to gage an enemy's weaknesses and strengths; to suggestions on the employment of secret agents; here is timeless advice on combat and military strategy. Sun Tzu's writings are unsurpassed in depth of understanding; shedding light not only on battlefield maneuvers; but also on the relevant economic; political; and psychological factors that can shape the outcome of warfare. Equally important; the precepts outlined by Sun Tzu over two thousand years ago can be applied with great success outside the theater of war. Indeed; it is read avidly by corporate executives worldwide and has been touted in the movie Wall Street and the television series The Sopranos as the ultimate guide to strategy. Finally; this edition offers the definitive translation of Sun Tzu's text; by former U.S. Marine Brigadier General Samuel Griffith; who was also an authority of Mao Tse-Tung. Remarkable for its clear organization; lucid prose; and the acuity of its intellectual and moral insights; The Art of War is the definitive study of combat. It is an essential book for military history buffs; and an ideal gift for anyone who is interested in tactics and strategy; whether on the battlefield or in the boardroom.