The Art of War

The Classic Text on the Conduct of Warfare

Sun Tzu, Lionel Giles

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Arcturus
01 July 2025

Non-Western philosophy; Defence strategy, planning & research; Business strategy

Series: Ancient Wisdom Library

This full-color hardback edition features Sun Tzu's ancient text, The Art of War, enriched with traditional Chinese artwork. Written in the 6th century BC, it remains a seminal work on warfare and strategy, renowned for its insights into flexibility, quick thinking, and understanding adversaries. Its principles have transcended military applications to influence business, sports, and politics. This handsome edition showcases stunning Chinese illustrations depicting warfare. Part of the Ancient Wisdom Library series, these compact hardbacks with full-color illustrations provide timeless wisdom from ancient philosophy and spirituality, appealing to scholars and enthusiasts seeking enduring insights for modern life.

By: Sun Tzu
Translated by: Lionel Giles
Imprint: Arcturus
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 168mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 525g
ISBN: 9781398839892
ISBN 10: 1398839892
Series: Ancient Wisdom Library
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 01 July 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sun Tzu was an accomplished general and strategist in China who lived during the Spring and Autumn period (771 - 485BC). His treatise The Art of War is the most famous military text ever written and remains influential to this day. Lionel Giles (1875-1958) was a British sinologist, writer, and philosopher. Lionel Giles served as assistant curator at the British Museum and Keeper of the Department of Oriental Manuscripts and Printed Books. He is most notable for his 1910 translations of The Art of War by Sun Tzu and The Analects of Confucius.

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The Art of War

The Classic Text on the Conduct of Warfare

Sun Tzu, Lionel Giles

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