TY - BOOK AU - Sun Tzu AU - Jones,Anthony Tucker TI - The art of war SN - 978-1-912392-11-7 AV - U 101 S86 2019 PY - 2019/// CY - London PB - Bloomsbury Publishing KW - MILITARY ART AND SCIENCE KW - HISTORY KW - LEADERSHIP KW - COMMAND OF TROPPS KW - STRATEGY KW - MILITARY BIOGRAPHY N1 - Includes references, biography and index; Introduction : 1. Laying plans -- 2. Waging war -- 3. Attack by stratagem -- 4. Tactical dispositions -- 5. Energy -- 6. Weak points and strong -- 7. Manoeuvring -- 8. Variation in tactics -- 9. The army on the march -- 10. Terrain -- 11. The nine situations -- 12. The attack by fire -- 13. The use of spies -- Conclusion N2 - Poetic and immensely readable, The Art of War was written 2,500 years ago and the military manual is still relevant today. A fascinating historical document that sheds light on ancient warfare, it is also a profound meditation on human psychology, interrogating the subjects of leadership, self-discipline and self-awareness. This new edition of the classic work is specially designed for modern readers. It includes an insightful introduction to the historical and philosophical context, and is accompanied by explanation and analysis of how Sun Tzu's lessons have been applied in some of the world's most famous battles. Renowned strategists from Field Marshal Montgomery to General Schwarzkopf have cited the book as an inspiration. The ancient text, attributed to Sun Tzu, is divided into 13 chapters that provide a logical and strategic approach to conflict and competition. Each focuses on a different aspect of warfare, including the importance of planning, managing your forces, decision-making, knowing your strengths and weaknesses, the art of deception and understanding the power of information ER -