The Art of War by Sun Tzu II (1996, Audio Cassette) 
The Art of War by Sun Tzu II (1996, Audio Cassette)
Author: Sun Tzu II
Publisher: New Star Media Inc
Publication Date: 1996-06-01
Language: English
Format: Audio
ISBN-10: 0787109436
ISBN-13: 9780787109431
Product ID: EPID1816696
Description: The aphorisms that make up the philosophy of war and strategy by Sun Tzu have, several centuries later, become a must-read for young professionals in business. Though the text can be applied to the ruthless world of commerce, this transl...
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Synopsis
The aphorisms that make up the philosophy of war and strategy by Sun Tzu have, several centuries later, become a must-read for young professionals in business. Though the text can be applied to the ruthless world of commerce, this translation by Thomas Cleary contextualizes the teachings in the Taoist tradition, enabling the work to transcend the simple co-opting of the philosophy for business strategies. By clarifying the philosophical origins, Cleary makes the text applicable not only to winning a literal war but also to almost any conflict-resolution situation, as well as to achieving goals in life. Though the text deals with many pragmatic issues in war, ranging in topics from "Strategic Assessments, "Armed Struggle," and "The Use of Spies," much of the text is rooted in the idea that the greatest victory is won without having to do battle. At times, the material approaches these subjects in very practical terms, but the underlying message is that of surpassing unnecessary physical and emotional strain with deep understanding of the given situation. Because of the simplicity of the original text, there is much room for interpretation. The translation utilizes commentary from 11 ancient scholars elaborating on each aphorism with a more complete interpretation.

Details
Publication Date:1996-06-01
Narrated by:David B. Wong, Ron Silver

Size
Height:7.5 in
Width:4.5 in
Thickness:0.8 in
Weight:4.8 oz

Publisher's Note
An ancient Chinese treatise on war stresses the importance of speed, sound tactics, subterfuge, discipline, appropriate form of attack, and accurate intelligence.

Industry Reviews
"One of the great strategic books of all time....A fine adaptation by Stefan Rudnicki."
Publisher's Catalog - Oliver Stone

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