The Art of War: The Essential Translation of the Classic Book of Life (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
(Book #22 in the Penguin Great Ideas Series Series)
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Book Overview
The Art of War is a renowned ancient Chinese military treatise written by Sun Tzu, a military strategist and philosopher. Composed around the fifth century BC, it provides valuable insights into... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0140439196
Release Date:August 2003
Publisher:Penguin Classics
Length:384 Pages
Weight:0.97 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 5.6" x 8.5"
Customer Reviews
10 ratings
Wrong edition
Published by Trina , 5 months ago
Advertised as 1899 but was 1994
Not the right version
Published by Charlie , 11 months ago
I thought it the was the original copy of this book definitely not what I expected
Not the complete texts. One or two tiny paragraphs on each page.
Published by Michele , 1 year ago
Bought this for a Christmas present, it is an abridged edition, maybe a fourth of the original. No returns as it is a few cents under $15. Total waste of money!!!
Have had several copies of this book over the years but I end up giving away to people who express a
Published by Sharon Duby , 1 year ago
Have read and reread several times. Surprised when people have never heard of this book. There is a reason why this book has withstood the test of time.
Sun Tzu knows what's good
Published by LNorton , 1 year ago
There's a lot of history and other stories that make up the majority of the book, which was good for me but maybe not for everyone. Even if you never see battle with your own eyes, this can give you some good life advice.
Great book
Published by Spencer , 1 year ago
Great quality!
A book worth reading multiple times for.
Published by mikayakatnt , 2 years ago
Simply advice and thinking styles that transcend time.
Book
Published by Lady of 10 , 2 years ago
Arrived on time
Interesting
Everyone should know about Sun Tzu...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
I take a star off because, frankly, alot of the geography/history is a bit too arcane for the Western reader. But it's a great book nonetheless.
The most awesome book on tactics and strategy in one book!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
My jaw dropped when i first read this book, i never new something this detailed on war existed! A must read for war gamers, these strategies can be used for a variety of games out there. Nicely done format, awesome commentries....words cannot explain....
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