Author:

Sun Tzu (Translated by Thomas Cleary)

Full Title:

The Art of War: Complete Texts and Commentari

Synopsis:

The Art of War is an ancient Chinese military guide written by Sun Tzu, a respected strategist. It has 13 chapters, each focusing on a different part of warfare and its role in strategy and tactics. This version, translated by Thomas Cleary, features classic commentaries that explain Sun Tzu’s main ideas: the best victory is one won without fighting, all warfare relies on deception, and true strength comes from understanding both yourself and your enemy.