• ISBN13: 9788124806135
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: Military and Police Studies
• Publisher: Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd
• Publisher Imprint: Peacock Books
• Publication Date: November 12, 2025
• Pages: 90
• Original Price: INR 125.0
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 80 grams
• BISAC Subject(s): Military / General, Military / Strategy, and Military / Ancient

"Let your plans be dark and impenetrable as night, and when you move, fall like a thunderbolt."

Sun Tzŭ's The Art of War is a seminal text on strategy and warfare, offering timeless wisdom that extends beyond the battlefield. Originally conceived around the 5th century BCE, it emphasises principles such as leadership, deception and tactics. Sun Tzŭ advocates for adaptability, knowledge of oneself and the enemy and the importance of understanding terrain in conflict. The text comprises succinct aphorisms and allegories, providing insights applicable to politics, business and personal growth. Its first complete English translation by Lionel Giles in 1910 made the work widely accessible and cemented its place in global thought. Its influence spans centuries, guiding leaders from ancient generals to modern strategists. Filled with profound truths and paradoxes, The Art of War remains an essential resource for those seeking to navigate the complexities of power and competition, illustrating the enduring relevance of Sun Tzŭ's teachings in contemporary contexts.

Sun Tzŭ (c. 544–496 BCE) was an ancient Chinese military strategist and philosopher, renowned for his influential contributions to warfare and strategy. Born in the state of Wu during the Eastern Zhou period, much of his life remains a mystery, steeped in legend. His seminal work, The Art of War, is a revered text that explores strategy, leadership and military tactics. Although it began as a military treatise, the text offers timeless insights into competition and human nature. Sun Tzŭ emphasized adaptability, terrain awareness and understanding psychology, impacting not just military leaders but also political figures and business strategists over centuries. His legacy endures, cementing his status as a pivotal figure in the evolution of strategic thought worldwide.

• "1. Laying Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• 2. Waging War . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
• 3. Attack by Stratagem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
• 4. Tactical Dispositions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
• 5. Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
• 6. Weak Points and Strong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
• 7. Manoeuvering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
• 8. Variation of Tactics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
• 9. The Army on the March . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
• 10. Terrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
• 11. The Nine Situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
• 12. The Attack by Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
• 13. The Use of Spies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79"