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  1. The book contains a detailed explanation and analysis of the 5th-century BC Chinese military, from weapons, environmental conditions, and strategy to rank and discipline. Sun also stressed the importance of intelligence operatives and espionage to the war effort.

  2. The Art of War. By Sun Tzu. Translated by Lionel Giles. I. Laying Plans. 1. Sun Tzu said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State. 2. It is a matter of life and death, a road either to safety or to ruin. Hence it is a subject of inquiry which can on no account be neglected. 3.

  3. Apr 23, 2010 · Learn about the ancient Chinese text on warfare, attributed to Sun Tzu, and its influence on military and political leaders. Explore the book's chapters, quotes and examples of its application in different contexts.

    • Mark Cartwright
    • Initial Estimations. The book opens with the following statement: "Warfare is the greatest affair of state, the basis of life and death, the Way [Tao] to survival or extinction.
    • Waging War. The importance of supplies and logistics to an army are expressed. Weapons will dull, food will run out and soldiers tire so that, "No country has ever profited from protracted warfare" (ibid, 159).
    • Planning Offensives. A commander should limit the destruction inflicted on the enemy: "The highest realisation of warfare is to attack the enemy's plans; next is to attack their alliances; next to attack their army; and the lowest is to attack their fortified cities" (ibid, 161).
    • Military Disposition. Planning and preparation are again stressed. Commanders must know when to attack and when to defend. They must always measure, estimate, calculate, and weigh the strength of their enemy, then victory will be assured.
  4. Read the most influential military treatise in Asia with side-by-side translation and commentary, cross references, and PDF and text downloads. Learn how to use this site to search, browse, and reference individual passages quickly and easily.

  5. Oct 16, 2021 · A classic military treatise from ancient China, translated by Lionel Giles with introduction and notes. Learn about Sun Tzu's strategies, tactics, and principles of warfare from the original text and commentaries.

  6. Dec 28, 2005 · Read the oldest military treatise in the world, translated from the Chinese by Lionel Giles. Learn the five constant factors, the seven considerations, and the military devices for victory in warfare.

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