The Art of War by Sunzi

The Art of War by Sunzi is a famous book in Chinese ancient works,also is the earliest book on the art of war which now can be found on the world.The writer,Sun Wu,is a prominent strategist at the end of the spring and autumn dynasty. 1155815

The Art of War by Sunzi has 13chapters (more than 6,000words).In this book,Sun Wu comprehensively states its view of warfare.He emphasizes the importance of investigating the situations of both sides,and proposes the idea that having the firsthand information of the true capability of enemy and yourself,then you would by not means lose the war.He also suggests attacking the enemy when they stay unprepared,along with the idea of concentrating the preponderance forces on fighting the enemy. Chinese Folklores & Festivals Website

Sun Wu particularly points out non-peril,not fight (won't launch a war if there is no desperate necessity),for fighting will definitely bring suffering and burden to the people. Chinese Folklores & Festivals Website

About 100years later from Sun Wu's era,Sun Bin,the strategist living in war dynasty,succeeded the military ideas of Sun Wu,and wrote Sun Bin's military strategy and tactics.

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The Art of War by Sunzi has been translated into English,French,Japanese and Germany etc.Although the book is about the rule of war,it also conveys profounding enlightment to other professions and enjoys high reputation around the world.   民俗节庆门户网站

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