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Previous translations have presented Sun Tzu's classic form the point of view of military strategy, Chinese history, or Taoist philosophy. This translation offers a fresh perspective on this ancient Chinese text, as the foundation for personal transformation & the creation of an enlightened society. (For this item please quote stock ID 20327) ISBN: 9781591790402

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Military rule and the martial tradition of the samurai have dominated Japanese culture for centuries, virtually to the present day. According to Thomas Cleary - translator of more than 25 classics of Asian philosophy - the Japanese people have been so steeped in the way of the warrior that some of the manners and mentality of this outlook remain embedded in their individual and collective consciousness. Cleary shows how well-known attributes such as the reserve and mystery of formal Japanese behavior are deeply rooted in the ancient strategies of the traditional arts of war. Citing original Japanese sources that are popular among Japanese readers today, he reveals the hidden forces behind Japanese attitudes and conduct in political, business, social, and personal life. (For this item please quote stock ID 5872) ISBN: 9780877736530

Lessons in Leadership from the Chinese Classics (For this item please quote stock ID 5889) ISBN: 9781570625695

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This highly recommended/best selling book looks into the relevance of Sun Tzu's principles in formulating and implementing strategies in a competitive business world. (For this item please quote stock ID 8835) ISBN: 9789679784244

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For the first time ever, Sun Bin?s The Art of War is available in English with the original text in classical and modern Chinese. Like its predecessor, Sun Zi?s The Art of War by Sun Wu, Sun Bin?s book is also an outstanding piece of ancient Chinese military writing. However, it was lost for more than a millennium and this gave rise to a long-standing controversy as to whether Sun Wu and Sun Bin were the one and the same person. In 1972, a large number of bamboo strips were unearthed in an archaeological find from a Western Han (206BC-AD25) tomb in Shandong Province. Among the strips were both Sun Wu?s and Sun Bin?s works. The simultaneous discovery of the two works provided conclusive evidence that both Suns existed in history, and that each had written a significant corpus on military affairs. A descendent of Sun Wu, Sun Bin summed up the military experiences prior to and during the mid-Warring States Period (475BC-221BC) on the basis of inheriting and developing Sun Wu?s military thinking. He had thus provided important new material for those interested in military strategy. The inclusion of the two great military classics in one volume, in English and classical and modern Chinese, renders this a convenient and handy reference text. (For this item please quote stock ID 9764) ISBN: 9787800655104

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Written over three centuries ago by a Samurai warrior, the book has been hailed as a limitless source of psychological insight for businessmen ? or anyone who relies on strategy and tactics for outwitting the competition. (For this item please quote stock ID 11096) ISBN: 9780517415283

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From antiquity, the history of China has been marked by invading tribes, warring states, and popular uprisings. This heritage of conflict produced a body of martial literature exploring the fundamental principles of warfare and their methods of employment. Fully aware of the tragic consequences of battle, the authors of these texts emphasised that bloodshed and war should be avoided whenever possible. But, they argued, this is possible only when the principles of leadership and strategy have been mastered and the dynamics of conflict thoroughly analysed. Over the centuries, these texts have been studied throughout Asia, not only by generals on the battlefield but by leaders of all kinds concerned with the management of human conflict in all its forms. The Art of the Warrior presents eight of these classics (written from 500 BCE to 700 CE), including Sun-tzu's Art of War and Sun Pin's Military Methods. Selections from these writings have been arranged thematically by the translator to give the reader a comprehensive introduction to the Eastern way of strategy. (For this item please quote stock ID 12343) ISBN: 9781570621635

The first translation of the full body of ancient Chinese strategic wisdom, including Sun Tzu's Art of War and six other classics. Studied throughout Asia for its insights into decision-making, especially by business people. (For this item please quote stock ID 12345) ISBN: 9780813312286

Compiled more than 2000 years ago by a mysterious warrior-philosopher, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world today, as eagerly studied in Asia by modern politicians and executives as it as been by military leaders since ancient times. As a study of the anatomy of organisations in conflict, The Art of War applies to competition and conflict in general, on every level from the interpersonal to the international. Its aim is invincibility, victory without battle, and unassailable strength through understanding of the physics, politics, and psychology of conflict. Translated from a standard collection of commentaries on Sun Tzu's text by 11 interpreters, this pocket classic has been edited by Thomas Cleary to bring out the meaning of the principles of strategy. (For this item please quote stock ID 13060) ISBN: 9780877735373

Compiled more than 2000 years ago, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world today. A study of the anatomy of forces in conflict, it has been discovered by modern business people, who find that the principles it contains are as insightful for understanding the interactions of modern corporations as they were for understanding ancient Chinese armies. (For this item please quote stock ID 13061) ISBN: 9781570624223

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Compiled more than 2000 years ago by a mysterious warrior-philosopher, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world today, as eagerly studied in Asia by modern politicians and executives as it as been by military leaders since ancient times. As a study of the anatomy of organisations in conflict, The Art of War applies to competition and conflict in general, on every level from the interpersonal to the international. Its aim is invincibility, victory without battle, and unassailable strength through understanding of the physics, politics, and psychology of conflict. This translation presents the classic from the point of view of its background in the great spiritual tradition of Taoism, the origin of psychology, science, and technology in East Asia and the source of the insights into human nature that underlie this most revered of handbooks for success. Translated from a standard collection of commentaries on Sun Tzu's text by 11 interpreters, the work has been edited by Thomas Cleary to bring out the meaning of the principles of strategy. In addition, the translator provides an extensive introduction discussing the content and background of the book. (For this item please quote stock ID 13067) ISBN: 9780877734529

This new edition of the essays on war by the ancient Chinese strategist, Sun Wu, is unique for a number of reasons: >Both the original Chinese text and the English translation are presented so that English and Chinese students can study the text in reference to each language >Each Chinese character is marked with its Mandarin pronunciation under each character so that a desire to read aloud is satisfied >Unlike most of the existing versions and translations of this work, the present book brings out the superficial and hidden meanings of the text so that Chinese students can learn English more effectively. This new edition of Sun Wu?s work will benefit language students, including overseas Chinese who wish to learn more about their motherland, foreign students who major in Chinese, and even Chinese students who are interested in honing their translation skills. And no doubt it will be great interest to all budding strategists who are always on the look out for new and exciting titles! (For this item please quote stock ID 13071) ISBN: 9787800053313

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An unusually direct translation of the Chinese classics, with commentary explaining how to apply the wisdom of nonagression to conflicts in everyday life. (For this item please quote stock ID 16765) ISBN: 9781570629044

Primarily a biography of Sun Zi, but also incorporating the spirit and main contents of Art of War to help readers grasp the arcane truth and strategies covered in this great military classic. It is a must-read for those interested in the life and work of Sun Zi and the essence of his immortal work. (For this item please quote stock ID 17720) ISBN: 9787119029726

For anyone tired of chasing ever-elusive desires, of doing more only to find that more needs doing, and of making more money only to need more money, best-selling author Chin-Ning Chu shows you that life was meant to be easy, if you know the secrets. From the best selling author of The Working Woman?s Art of War, comes an important and timely book about the side of success that most don?t know about ? the power of selective yielding, of surrendering to a successful destiny, and of getting what you want by not wanting it too much. Using Carl Jung?s famous parable of the rainmaker as a framework, Chin-Ning Chu explains universal truths about the nature of effort, success, willpower, detachment, 'creating luck', and more. Illustrating the four 'secrets of the rainmaker' with rich anecdotes from history, personal experience, and popular culture, Ching-Ning explains how to create success by attaining inner harmony, how to partner effort with ease, how to make peace with time, and how to stop reacting and start restfully controlling the events of your life. (For this item please quote stock ID 17913) ISBN: 9780060988753

Sun Tzu's Art of War is the world's most famous military treatise. It has been translated into at least 27 different languages and is studied in military schools in the United States, Russia, Japan and in many other countries. It was first introduced into Japan by the Japanese vice-envoy to China during the 7th century Tang dynasty. The French missionary, J.J.L. Amiot, published a French translation in 1782, and it apparently became Napoleon's favourite bedtime reading. For more than two millennia, the immortal words of Sun Zi still echo loud and clear: 'Know yourself and understand your enemy and your victory in any balle will not be in jeopardy'. From the foreword by Seng Kwee: 'The title of this book could be quite easily misconstrued as a book on war, of destruction and attrition. On the contrary, this classical work advocates achieving the desired goal by minimal physical effort as the foremost priority, and only using full physical confrontation as a last resort . . . 'In more recent times this classical work has been translated into English of which there are several translations available. I have read some of these by different authors, but I prefer Dr. Tan's translation as it is clear, concise and easily comprehended . . . 'I believe that eveyone, particularly professionals or business people, would certainly attain some insightful understanding of Sun Zi's wisdom by reading this [translation]. Hence, I recommend this book to any avid reader'. From the author's introduction: 'Science and technology are progressing at an exponential pace. But with modern warfare now so sophisticated and devastating, the fundamentals which determine the outcome of war remain unaltered. If you can make yourself invincible and deliver a coup de grace to your opponent, you will win . . . 'In the world of commerce, competition is no less brutal. The saying that businesses compete with the same ferocity as if they were nations at war holds much truth in it. Impulse was the first casualty of the cut-price war between [Australia's] domestic airlines . . . 'The Art of War can be all things to all men. The opening chapter is about strategic assessment. This chapter sets the tone for the whole dissertation, which is epitomised by the remarkably clear, clinically analytical and unwavering emphatic style. 'The work of Sun Zi remains a timeless masterpiece. Throughout the centuries, many Chinese scholars have made annotations and commentaries. However, I believe that if the translation can be made as clear as the original work, then many of the commentaries become redundant'. (For this item please quote stock ID 18416) ISBN: 9780958006705

The Art of War: Compiled over 2000 years ago by Sun Tzu, a mysterious Chinese warrior-philosopher, The Art of War is perhaps the most influential book of strategy in the world today. Mastering the Art of War: 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 organisation and leadership. The Lost Art of War: Written by Sun Bin, a linear descendant of Sun Tzu, this is another rich and practical Chinese text on political and military strategy. The Silver Sparrow Art of War: A never-before-published translation of Sun Tzu's Art of War based on a more recently discovered version of the classic text. (For this item please quote stock ID 19274) ISBN: 9781570627279

Previous translations have presented Sun Tzu's classic form the point of view of military strategy, Chinese history, or Taoist philosophy. This translation offers a fresh perspective on this ancient Chinese text, as the foundation for personal transformation & the creation of an enlightened society. (For this item please quote stock ID 20328) ISBN: 9781591790419

Sun Tzu's Art of War, compiled more than two thousand years ago, is a study of the anatomy of organisations in conflict. It is perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world today. Now, this unique volume brings together the essential versions of Sun Tzu's text, along with illuminating commentaries and auxiliary texts written by distinguished strategists. The translations, by the renowned translator Thomas Cleary, have all been published previously in book form. This comprehensive collection contains: The Art of War: This edition of Sun Tzu's text includes the classic collection of commentaries by eleven interpreters. 'Thomas Cleary's translation of The Art of War makes immediate relevant one of the greatest Chinese classical texts. There's not a dated maxim or vague prescription in it . . . . You can throw out all those contemporary books about management and leadership' ? Newsweek. Mastering the Art of War: Consisting of essays by two prominent statesmen-generals of Han dynasty China, Zhuge Liang and Liu Ji, this book develops the strategies of Sun Tzu's classic into a complete handbook of organization and leadership. It draws on episodes from Chinese history to show in concrete terms the proper use of Sun Tzu's principles. The Lost Art of War: Written more than one hundred years after Sun Tzu's text, by Sun Bin, a linear descendant of Sun Tzu, this classic of political and military strategy is faithful to the principles of The Art of War, while developing their practical application much further. The Silver Sparrow Art of War: A version of Sun Tzu's Art of War based on a manuscript of the classic text discovered at a Chinese archeological site in China's Shandong Province in 1972, which contains previously unknown fragments. (For this item please quote stock ID 21333) ISBN: 9781590300541

Written in 1643 by the samurai warrior Miyamoto Musashi, considered by his contemporaries to be the best swordsman in Japan. Translated for contemporary readers by Asikaga Yoshiharu, a descendant of a samurai dynasty, and Rosemary Brant, editor of books about the culture of the East. The book is divided into five chapters in accordance with the elements that comprise the world: The Book of the Earth, The Book of Water, The Book of Fire, The Book of the Wind, and The Book of the Void. The five chapters together reflect the bushido spirit - the world-view of the wise samurai. The Book of Five Rings is a combination of the character of the samurai warrior, the expert swordsman, and the Zen spirit, which teaches one to live in harmony with oneself and with the world. (For this item please quote stock ID 22499) ISBN: 9789654941723

~Sun Tzu was a Chinese ruler who lived during the time of Confucius, around 2,500 years ago. In this book he uses his strategic experiences to battle to perfect the theory of the art of war. This ancient text has become popular today not only with military people, but with those who 'wage battles' in the corporate world and those who rely on their street smarts.

~Chou-Wing Chohan is responsible for the scientific publication of classic Chinese texts at Shanghai University. Abe Bellenteen teaches the Chinese language and lectures on Chinese culture. (For this item please quote stock ID 22732) ISBN: 9789654941792

Compiled more than 2000 years ago, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world today. A study of the anatomy of forces in conflict, it has been discovered by modern business people, who find that the principles it contains are as insightful for understanding the interactions of modern corporations as they were for understanding ancient Chinese armies. (For this item please quote stock ID 23902) ISBN: 9781590301852

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The wisdom of Chinese classics in comics! Tsai Chih Chung's books have sold over 40 million copies in 44 countries around the world. (For this item please quote stock ID 25744) ISBN: 9787801885098

An hilarious and tough-minded guide to winning the war of contemporary life! We live in a vicious, highly competitive workplace environment, and things aren't getting any better. Jobs are few and far between, and people aren't any nicer now than they were when Ghengis Khan ran around in big furs killing people in unfriendly acquisitions. For thousands of years, people have been reading the writings of the deeply wise, but also extremely dead Chinese philosopher Sun Tzu, who was perhaps the first to look on the waging of war as a strategic art that could be taught to people who wished to be warlords - and other kinds of senior managers. In a nutshell, Sun Tzu taught that readiness is all, that knowledge of oneself and the enemy is the foundation of strength and that those who fight best are those who are prepared and wise enough not to fight at all. Unfortunately, today's world, this approach is pretty much horse hockey, a fact that has not been recognised by the bloated, tree-hugging Sun Tzu industry, which churns out mushy-gushy pseudo-philosophy for business school types who want to make war and keep their hands clean! (For this item please quote stock ID 25775) ISBN: 9780060734787

This interpretation of The Art of War incorporates modern business lessons to make this relevant and accessible to today's executive facing strategic and competitive challenges. (For this item please quote stock ID 26684) ISBN: 9781857881301

Drawing on ancient texts and modern interpretations, this work explores the foundations for war in China?s strategic culture - Shih, Li, and Tao. Shih theory bases strategy on enemy intent, in contrast to Euro-American Li strategies based on forces. The work uses Shih theory to explain the anomalies that continue to perplex Euro-American observers in modern China?s uses of force. William H. Mott, teaches International Politics and Political Thought at Emerson College. Jae Chang Kim is co-chairman of the Council on Korea-US Security Studies. (For this item please quote stock ID 26729) ISBN: 9781403971876

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Contents: Sunzi: The Art of the War Making Assessmen Waging War Attacking by Strat Disposition (xing ?) Momentum (shi ?) Weaknesses and Strenths(xu shi??) Contest to Gain the Initiative Varying the Tactics(jiu bian??) Deploying the Troo The Terrain Nine Regions Attacking by Fire Using Spies Sun Bin: The Art of War The Capture Of Pang Juan An Audience with King Wei King Wei's Inquiries Tian Ji's Inquiries Concerning Ramparts Selecting Crack Troops The "Heaven" Factor in War Setting up Formations Significance of Ground Strategic Advantage How to Run an Army Making the Right Choice Troops Reduction(text untranslated) Sustaining Morale The Officer's Functions Five Ways to Train Troops Strengthening the Army Appendix 1: Collecion of Scattered Texts Appendix 2: The Story of Sun Bin (For this item please quote stock ID 28450) ISBN: 9787119034836

At the core of the ancient strategy manual known as The Art of War is the understanding that conflict is an inescapable part of human life. Since, as Sun Tzu teaches, aggression and response in kind can lead only to destruction, we must learn to work with conflict in a more profound and effective way. Crucial to this strategic vision is knowledge - especially self-knowledge - and a view of the whole that seeks to bring the conflicting views around to a larger perspective.This unusually faithful translation carefully preserves the enigmatic quality of the original, allowing us to discover innumerable insights in its lines millennia after this oral tradition was first set down. In this new book-and-CD set, Sun Tzu's teachings are brought to greater clarity. The audio includes a reading of the complete text, as well as a reading of the text with illuminating commentary. By listening to the audio and reading the text, one can gain a deeper understanding of the broader implications of Sun Tzu's teachings and how they can be applied to everyday circumstances. (For this item please quote stock ID 29623) ISBN: 9781590304761

Explores the interrelationship between Western and Eastern culture in the military sphere by analysing the influence Sun Zi?s The Art of War on Western thought while making a systematic comparison between The Art of War and Clausewitz?s On War. Since the day of its inception, The Art of War has been studied, analysed, applied and annotated by later outstanding statesmen and strategists, including Napoleon, Clausewitz, John Collins and Liddell Hart. Many strategic concepts in The Art of War have influenced, to varying degrees, all contemporary military though in the West, and these concepts have provided a reference for leaders in formulating their respective military strategies. (For this item please quote stock ID 4825) ISBN: 9787800053368

For more than two thousand years, Sun-Tzu's The Art of War has provided leaders with profound insights into the use of skill, tactics, psychology and discipline to outwit opponents. Said to have inspired Napoleon, and used by Mao Zeodong and general Douglas Macarthur, as well as many other famous business gurus, politicians and sports stars, its ancient words of wisdom provide a touchstone for today?s managers and executives fighting their own boardroom battles. This essential guide to winning shows you how to:
> Become an effective leader
> Gain advantage in your market
> Create unbeatable strategies
> Understand your competitors
> Know when to attack - and retreat
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The Art of War is the most famous study of strategy ever written and has had an extraordinary influence on the history of warfare. The Essential Art of war brings Sun-tzu's classic work to a new, uninitiated readership. This clear and compact volume presumes no prior knowledge of the subject and presents only the material that is essential to understanding this text. (For this item please quote stock ID 29332) ISBN: 9780465072040

The masterpiece of the sage Sun Tzu is a military treatise written in China more than 2500 years ago. He recognized that we live in a world of conflict, which could not be ignored or denied but had to be mastered and understood. Sun Tzu's profound wisdom is not limited to military applications - his aphorisms offer important advice for dealing with other realms of human conflict, such as the pyschological tensions of everyday life and the difficulties of any joint endeavour, including business ventures. Arranged into 13 chapters from Estimates to the Employment of Secret Agents, and enhanced by beautiful calligraphy, The Art of War is more relevant now than ever. (For this item please quote stock ID 29622) ISBN: 9781844831791

The Book of Five Rings is one of the most insightful texts on the subtle arts of confrontation and victory to emerge from Asian culture. Written not only for martial artists but for anyone who wants to apply the timeless principles of this text to their life, the book analyses the process of struggle and mastery over conflict that underlies every level of human interaction. The Book of Five Rings was composed in 1643 by the famed duelist and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi. Thomas Cleary's translation is immediately accessible, with an introduction that presents the spiritual background of the warrior tradition. Along with Musashi's text, Cleary translates here another important Japanese classic on leadership and strategy, The Book of Family Traditions on the Art of War by Yagyu Munenori, which highlights the ethical and spiritual insights of Taoism and Zen as they apply to the way of the warrior. (For this item please quote stock ID 24232) ISBN: 9781570627484

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The two Chinese classics that this volume consists of Wu Zi's 'Art of War' and 'Conversations with Tang Taizong' were written a thousand years apart. However, the latter carries regular references to the former, and the principles of warfare, leadership, strategy and organisation were themes eagerly discussed throughout Chinese history. Even a cursory reading of these books provides ample reasons why General Wu Zi, who lived in the earlier part of the Warring States period (475-221 BC) never lost a battle in his life, and why Emperor Taizong managed to found the long-lasting Tang Dynasty (AD 618-906) that southern Chinese still proudly refer to as the basis of their culture. Today, centuries later, these master strategists still overwhelm us with their insights and words of wisdom.

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Named the Number 1 translation of The Art of War by Sonshi.com, this book breaks new ground in solving textual and contextual problems and issues of authorship. Victor H. Mair closely links the work?s philosophy to Taoism and discusses the reception of the text from the classical period to today. Mair also highlights previously unaddressed stylistic and statistical elements and presents new ways of approaching the intellectual and social background of the work.

"Mair?s excellent new translation . . . brings a new, and extremely useful perspective to the text." -Journal of Military History

"Mair provides a novel, insightful, and yet rigorous approach to the history and interpretation of this classic text. He presents it not as an exotic well of wisdom but as a genuine historical product, and Western readers will be able to enjoy it on its own terms and understand better what they are reading, and why."-Nicola Di Cosmo, Princeton University
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Here is one of the most insightful texts on the subtle arts of confrontation and victory to emerge from Asian culture. Written not only for martial artists but for leaders in all professions, the book analyses the process of struggle and mastery over conflict that underlies every level of human interaction. The Book of Five Rings - which has become a well-known classic among American business people, studied for its insights into the Japanese approach to business strategy - was composed in 1643 by the famed duelist and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi. Unlike previous editions, Thomas Cleary's is an accessible translation, free of jargon, with an introduction that presents the spiritual background of the warrior tradition. (For this item please quote stock ID 20544) ISBN: 9781590300404

China 's current growth rate is staggering: WTO entry, ratification of the Kyoto protocols and the 2008 Beijing Olympics all point to unprecedented levels of interest in the world's largest market. But commercial success for Westerners is dependent on understanding a very different and complex set of cultural and business values as well as the techniques of structuring a joint venture, negotiation and effective marketing in China. This book is a valuable tool for Western people who wish to enter and succeed in the Chinese market. Dr Yuan Wang is an author and consultant who specialises in Chinese business culture and international management. Associate Professor Xin Sheng Zhang is an independent cross-cultural consultant and trainer. Rob Goodfellow is an Australian- based author, journalist, researcher and cultural consultant (For this item please quote stock ID 23776) ISBN: 9789810491581

For millennia the classics of Chinese martial strategy have been studied and their lessons applied with devastating success by warlords and military generals and today this timeless advice is analysed as much for its application in the boardroom as on the battlefield - as thousands of Asian businessmen can attest. Chinese Martial Code provides clear, easy to follow translations of three of the most respected works on strategy in history, featuring a masterful translation of The Art of War of Sun Tzu - the most respected of all works of military strategy - as well as the less famous but equally wise Precepts of Ssu Ma Jang Chu and Wu Chi On the Art of War . Additionally, A. L. Sadler's translation is converted here into Pinyin for the first time and the original Chinese language versions of these classic texts are also included, making this title a treasure to Chinese history and military scholars as well as those planning to use these time-tested strategies to conquer the business world.

About the Author
The late A. L. Sadler was Professor Oriental Studies at the University of Sydney for 26 years, as well as Professor of Japanese at the Royal Military College of Australia. He died in 1971. Among his works are Shogun: The Life of Tokugawa Ieyasu and Japanese Tea Ceremony: Cha-No-Yu.

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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 organisation 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 organisation 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). (For this item please quote stock ID 9702) ISBN: 9780877735137

A non-rule book for the cultivation of ethics and conflict resolution! The author draws on the traditional codes and backgrounds of European knights and Japanese samurai. This engaging blend of Eastern and Western philosophy also examines the unique notion of bioenergy as a root of ethics. (For this item please quote stock ID 8760) ISBN: 9780940871311

For years, business executives have found value in the Chinese general Sun Tzu's classic work on military strategy, The Art of War. However, making connections between ancient warfare and today's corporate world is not always easy. In this essential new work, which contains the full, original translation of The Art of War, Mark R. McNeilly combines Sun Tzu's quotations, interesting military examples, and current business examples to convincingly illustrate how Sun Tzu's principles apply in competitive business situations today. Readership: Scholars and students of business. Indent only (For this item please quote stock ID 10753) ISBN: 9780195099966

Thriving and succeeding in everyday life and work using the ancient wisdom of the East. The book shows how to liberate the power hidden within us all. In this transforming book the world's foremost expert on the Asian business mind, Chin-Ning Chu, shows us how to liberate the power hidden within us all. In a guide that goes beyond Sun Tzu's Art of War she shows you how to: >Find your inner warrior & conquer all in your path >Dare to succeed by cultivating the courage to fail >Transform your negative qualities to your advantage >Use the art of deception without compromising your values to win the deal you want >Unchain your killer instinct in the service of a life-affirming cause >Claim your natural right to wealth & success. Thick Face Black Heart is the wisdom of the soul. Being true to the law of nature in our daily encounters fulfils the highest potential within and around us. Thick face is a shield. A thick-faced person has the ability to put self-doubt aside. They refuse to accept the limitations that others put on them or the limitations we impose on ourselves. Black heart is a spear. It will place you beyond human manipulation, beyond the petty standards of human judgement. (For this item please quote stock ID 5783) ISBN: 9781863738569

[Indent] Written in the late Spring and Autumn Period (770-476BC), Sun Zi: The Art of War is the world’s earliest, most comprehensive and renowned military treatise. This is a very special book which marries a famous ancient Chinese classic and China’s silk culture. The author uses silk threads of many-colours to jacquard weave the Chinese characters and the English letters, creating a unique effect unseen before. Using a special technology devised by himself, Song Jingmu has been able to make the materials water-proof, moth-proof and colour-fast. A very special collector's edition. (For this item please quote stock ID 21475) ISBN: 9787506421676

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The only book that explains the complexity of Sun Tzu original text. This isn't the easiest book to master, but for those who really want to understand Sun Tzu, it is the only book that shows the secret diagrams, and explains the metaphors and Chinese concepts invisible in English translation of the 2,500-year-old ancient classic. Available in a beautiful hardcover edition with an in-depth discussion and glossary of key Chinese concepts. The book is really two books in one. Its introduction explains the discovery of the secret diagrams that simplify the complex ideas in Sun Tzu’s competitive system. After this introduction, the left-hand pages show the complete text of The Art of War while the facing right-hand pages explain that text in terms of Sun Tzu’s original Chinese concepts, symbols, metaphors, and diagrams. (For this item please quote stock ID 23925) ISBN: 9781929194285

One of the most profound studies of warfare ever written, The Seven Military Classics of Ancient China presents us with an Eastern tradition of strategic thought that emphasizes outwitting one's opponent through speed, stealth, flexibility, and a minimum of force-an approach very different from that stressed in the West, where the advantages of brute strength have overshadowed more subtle methods. Safeguarded for centuries by the ruling elites of imperial China, even in modern times these writings have been known to only a handful of Western specialists. In this volume are seven separate essays, written between 500 B.C. and A.D. 700, that preserve the essential tenets of strategy distilled from the experience of the most brilliant warriors of ancient China. This accurate translation remedies a serious gap in Western knowledge of Asian thought. Based on the best available classical Chinese manuscripts, some only recently discovered by archaeologists, The Seven Military Classics of Ancient China is a uniquely important contribution to the world's military literature and is essential reading for anyone interested in China's rich cultural heritage or in the timeless principles of successful warfare strategy. (For this item please quote stock ID 29333) ISBN: 9780465003044

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Sun Tzu’s Art of War is revered as a repository of wisdom on how to successfully navigate the dynamics of coflict in many areas of life. However, the text’s highly metaphorical style can make it hard to grasp and apply in today’s world. This unique book-and-card kit will help readers to gain new insight into the text and the powerful philosophy that underlies it. Here, Sun Tzu’s core teachings are presented in the form of fifty maxims displayed on beautifully produced cards with commentary on the reverse side of each. The cards are designed to be used as objects of contemplation throughout the day, enabling the reader to gain a deeper understanding of Sun Tzu’s teachings and to see clearly how they apply to day-to-day interactions. The Art of War Box includes: >50 two-colour cards, with a principle from Sun Tzu on one side and commentary on the other >A fold-out card stand >Guided instructions on how to use the cards to bring Sun Tzu’s principles to life throughout the day, at work and at home >A 160-page paperback, which includes a full translation of Sun Tzu’s text and in-depth essays on the key ideas that have made The Art of War a perennial classic (For this item please quote stock ID 21355) ISBN: 9781590300718

Traditional Chinese war strategies such as Sun Zi’s Art of War teach much more than world domination. They are a collective philosophical lesson in human nature, psychological, and sudden genius. The Thirty Six Strategies, compiled in the late Ming or early Qing dynasty, has been gaining popularity in the West and represents the best of Chinese war strategy in its greatest simplicity. Brief, yet endless in wisdom, these fundamental rules for the battlefield are easily adapted to the modern office, sporting team, or even traffic jam! The author has compiled a beautiful selection of anecdotal evidence in support of the Thirty Six Strategies taken from sources that range from Lao Zi to Miyamoto Musashi. This book will keep you three steps ahead of your opponent! (For this item please quote stock ID 13704) ISBN: 9780835126427

Sun Tzu's Art of War is perhaps the best known and highly regarded treatise on strategy ever written. Although its wisdom is over two thousand years old, its principles are timeless for today’s boardroom battlefields. Thirteen sections present incisive strategems from assessing the foe to proper treatment of troops to espionage. Hanshi Steve Kaufman, the widely acknowledged 'Founding Father' of American Karate, translates this classic with respect for its powerful martial applications. Kaufman packs the power of the original text into straightforward prose—for the benefits of all martial artists and corporate warriors. (For this item please quote stock ID 8767) ISBN: 9780804830805

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 (in the English translation) omitted in many editions and the entire Chinese language 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. It includes an all-new introduction by TBC. (For this item please quote stock ID 36175) ISBN: 9780804839440

The full translation of The Thirty-Six Stratagems written by an anonymous scholar some 300 years ago. The Wiles of War was passed on from hand written copies until 1941, when it was first printed in Chinese. The book concentrates on the art of deception to gain victory, giving clear explanations of tactics, with historical examples of the successful application of strategy. A useful book for military theorists, historians, and with many applications for today's business community. (For this item please quote stock ID 13045) ISBN: 9787119013992