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The Art of War (Translated by Ralph D. Sawyer)
Contributors
By Sun Tzu
Translated by Ralph D. Sawyer
Formats and Prices
- On Sale
- Sep 29, 2026
- Page Count
- 384 pages
- Publisher
- Basic Books
- ISBN-13
- 9781541609389
Price
$40.00Price
$51.00 CADFormat
Format:
- Hardcover $40.00 $51.00 CAD
- ebook $12.99 $16.99 CAD
- Trade Paperback $16.99 $22.99 CAD
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A quintessential guide to strategy, The Art of War has influenced leaders for over a thousand years. Beyond the battlefield, people have long turned to its wisdom for advice on succeeding in competitive situations, and companies worldwide now make this book required reading for their executives.
Ralph Sawyer’s compelling translation and expert annotations bring to life for modern readers Sun Tzu’s masterful insights on conflict, competition, and human dynamics. Readers will discover a rich perspective steeped in centuries of military thought, making ancient wisdom resonate in today’s world.
An invaluable resource for anyone seeking to refine their decision-making and leadership skills, this elegant hardcover edition invites repeated engagement, enhancing any collection with its timeless principles and captivating design.
Ralph Sawyer’s compelling translation and expert annotations bring to life for modern readers Sun Tzu’s masterful insights on conflict, competition, and human dynamics. Readers will discover a rich perspective steeped in centuries of military thought, making ancient wisdom resonate in today’s world.
An invaluable resource for anyone seeking to refine their decision-making and leadership skills, this elegant hardcover edition invites repeated engagement, enhancing any collection with its timeless principles and captivating design.
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"A tour de force. Sawyer puts this most famous of the classic Chinese military writings into context and shows that Sun-tzu was not just a solitary genius, but the product of a remarkably rich martial culture."Publishers Weekly
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"A tour de force. Sawyer puts this most famous of the classic Chinese military writings into context and shows that Sun-tzu was not just a solitary genius, but the product of a remarkably rich martial culture."Robert L. O'Connell, author of Fierce Patriot
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"I am convinced that this translation...will prove to be the definitive edition for many years to come."Robin D.S. Yates, McGill University
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"Fills a serious gap for anyone interested in the history of ancient warfare...a fascinating book."Arther Ferrill, author of The Origins of War
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