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Pros
The foreword by james clavell is very sharp and strong, appropriate to this book. Once you get over the layout of the book it is an easy read, and has some great insights.
Like machiavelli's the prince, sun tzu's book captures certain aspects of human nature that appear to be timeless in nature. The art of war covers the basic premises on how to wage war and command troops, much like il principe instructs aspiring ruler... Read More
Good quality. Freshly printed. Cheap enough to give copies to all people you care about, and to replace if you lost your copy.
The art of war is divided in 13 small chapters and in richly illustrated edition. The book covers every aspect of war and its orchestration. The multi-dimensional factors dictate the matter of life, death and the road to war.
Cons
The kindle version of this book is absolutely unreadable. Even if free, this is inexcusable.
Highlights
Quality
Clavell did a fulfilling job with the translation.
For those who are unfamiliar with the general principles and the theory/purpose of war, the art of war makes an excellent short read.
The content was not what i expected but the audiobook is of a high quality.
Therefore i'm astonished the book pertains to modern warfare.
Competitiveness
A lot of good tips for going against your competition.
In addition, since it is read and studied in asia, it is thought by many to provide insight into eastern thought and philosophy... Read More
This book will definitely help in the feild of marketing.
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The lessons of sun tzus classic book the art of war may be applied to business just as easily as to war
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It is amazing to me that this book is not read in high schools or colleges in favor of machiavellis work the prince or the art of war
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Of course the most famous anecdote from this book is about gaining the obedience of troops the emperor wishing to interview sun tzu for the commission of general asked if sun tzus military principles could be applied to women
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Accordingly sun tzu was given the task of organizing the emperors many concubines into an army
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The drums sounded and instead of following the commands the girls simply giggled and blushed
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He repeated the orders again saying that if the orders were not clear it is first the fault of the general
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If words of command are not clear and distinct if orders are not thoroughly understood the general is to blame
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But if his orders are clear and the soldiers nevertheless disobey then it is the fault of their officers
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