The Art of War (The Concise Classic) - Timeless Wisdom Distilled

THE MOST IMPACTFUL LESSONS OF SUN TZU PAIRED WITH THOUGHTFUL ANALYSIS AND MODERN APPLICATIONS IN AN ELEGANT AND ACCESSIBLE FORMAT

Sun Tzu's The Art of War is a timeless masterpiece of strategy and leadership, celebrated for its profound insights into preparation, adaptability, and the importance of understanding both oneself and others. Originally conceived as a military manual, its lessons have transcended their origins to become essential reading for anyone navigating challenges in life, business, and creativity. Its brilliance lies in its subtle, universal wisdom, which remains strikingly relevant after more than two millennia.

This edition will help you master the art of strategy and apply it to your own life. With engaging double-page spreads, it curates Sun Tzu's key strategies, pairing them with modern analysis and practical applications you can use immediately. Calibrated to deliver timeless, perspective-shifting insights rapidly and directly, it reveals the strategies that have shaped leaders across the ages and continue to inspire today.

WHY NOT EXPLORE FURTHER CONCISE CLASSICS FROM THIS SERIES?
Also available: Think and Grow Rich, Meditations, The Prophet, and Autobiography of a Yogi.

About the author

Gill Hasson has written more than 30 books on the subject of wellbeing for adults and children; books on emotional intelligence, resilience, assertiveness, happiness, overcoming anxiety. She also delivers teaching and training for education organizations, voluntary and business organizations and the public sector.

Summary

Master the art of strategy and achieve victory in life's battles with Sun Tzu's enduring guide to wisdom, foresight, and adaptability.

Product details

• Authors: Gill Hasson, Sun Tzu
• Publisher: John Murray
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 25.11.2025
• EAN: 9781399821506
• ISBN: 978-1-3998-2150-6
• No. of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 130 mm x 200 mm x 20 mm
• Weight: 249 g
• Illustrations: N/A
• Series: Concise Classics; Timeless Wisdom Distilled
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political administration; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Military Science, HISTORY / Military / Strategy, Defence strategy, planning & research, Military tactics, Military and defence strategy, East Asian and Indian philosophy, Oriental & Indian philosophy, Theory of warfare and military science, Theory of warfare & military science, HISTORY / Wars & Conflicts / General