The Art of War (Translated by Ralph D. Sawyer)
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The definitive translation of Sun Tzu's timeless classic of military strategy, The Art of War.
A quintessential guide to strategy, The Art of War has influenced leaders for over a thousand years. Beyond the battlefield, people have long turned to its wisdom for advice on succeeding in competitive situations, and...
Published By Basic Books
Format Hardback
Number Of Pages 384
Publication Date 09/29/2026
ISBN 9781541609389
Dimensions 6 inches x 9.25 inches
"A tour de force. Sawyer puts this most famous of the classic Chinese military writings into context and shows that Sun-tzu was not just a solitary genius, but the product of a remarkably rich martial culture."
—Robert L. O'Connell, author of Fierce Patriot
"I am convinced that this translation...will prove to be the definitive edition for many years to come."
—Robin D.S. Yates, McGill University
"Fills a serious gap for anyone interested in the history of ancient warfare...a fascinating book."—Arther Ferrill, author of The Origins of War