The Art of War“The Art of War” is widely known as the masterpiece of the Chinese general and philosopher Sun Tzu. The book is a highly acclaimed tutorial for managing conflicts and winning battles, not only in the military meaning, but also in career and life management. Sun Tzus theories are extremely popular among politicians and leaders in marketing and communication. |
Contents
Laying Plans | 1 |
Waging War | 3 |
Attack by Stratagem | 5 |
Tactical Dispositions | 7 |
Energy | 9 |
Weak Points and Strong | 11 |
Maneuvering | 14 |
Variation in Tactics | 17 |
The Army on the March | 19 |
Terrain | 22 |
The Nine Situations | 25 |
The Attack by Fire | 30 |
The Use of Spies | 32 |
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