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The Art of War Book & Card Deck: A Strategy Oracle for Success in Life: Includes 128-page Book and 52 Inspirational Cards
This handsome The Art of War book and card set contains an illustrated unabridged edition of The Art of War , a 52-card deck of the text's inspirational aphorisms and an elegant display stand for the cards, all contained in a sleek gift box.
Sun Tzu's The Art of War is the earliest-known treatise on military science which has seen enduring popularity for over two thousand years, providing insight into many areas of life including leadership and business strategy. This illustrated full-color edition features the definitive translation by Lionel Giles and an introduction by Nigel Cawthorne which examines the impact of the text throughout history, as well as its relevance to modern life.
In this kit you will also find a deck of cards and display stand, featuring the most insightful aphorisms from The Art of War . These aphorisms have been chosen because their wisdom remains salient to our dairy concerns and conflicts, allowing us to gain perspective and move through life with grace and power. On the back of the card you will find advice on how to apply the quote to your daily life.
This book and card deck is perfect for anyone wanting guidance and direction from ancient wisdom which has transcended the ages.
ABOUT THE Sirius Oracle Kits contain everything you need to get started in a spiritual practice. Each kit includes practical guidebook alongside the equipment you need, from tarot cards to pendulums and I Ching coins, presented in a sleek lidded box.
Sun Tzu's The Art of War is the earliest-known treatise on military science which has seen enduring popularity for over two thousand years, providing insight into many areas of life including leadership and business strategy. This illustrated full-color edition features the definitive translation by Lionel Giles and an introduction by Nigel Cawthorne which examines the impact of the text throughout history, as well as its relevance to modern life.
In this kit you will also find a deck of cards and display stand, featuring the most insightful aphorisms from The Art of War . These aphorisms have been chosen because their wisdom remains salient to our dairy concerns and conflicts, allowing us to gain perspective and move through life with grace and power. On the back of the card you will find advice on how to apply the quote to your daily life.
This book and card deck is perfect for anyone wanting guidance and direction from ancient wisdom which has transcended the ages.
ABOUT THE Sirius Oracle Kits contain everything you need to get started in a spiritual practice. Each kit includes practical guidebook alongside the equipment you need, from tarot cards to pendulums and I Ching coins, presented in a sleek lidded box.
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128 pages, Paperback
Published October 15, 2022
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Sun Tzu
1,287 books3,550 followersSun Tzu (traditional Chinese: 孫子; simplified Chinese: 孙子; pinyin: Sūnzǐ) was a Chinese military general, strategist, philosopher, and writer who lived during the Eastern Zhou period (771–256 BC). Sun Tzu is traditionally credited as the author of The Art of War, an influential work of military strategy that has affected both Western and East Asian philosophy and military thought. Sun Tzu is revered in Chinese and East Asian culture as a legendary historical and military figure. His birth name was Sun Wu (traditional Chinese: 孫武; simplified Chinese: 孙武) and he was known outside of his family by his courtesy name Changqing (Chinese: 長卿). The name Sun Tzu—by which he is more popularly known—is an honorific which means "Master Sun".
Sun Tzu mastered the military science of ancient China and created the military doctrine of asymmetrical warfare. According to it, an attack on the enemy should begin only after the enemy has no opportunity to either defend or counterattack. It was used in the wars in the era of the Warring States in ancient China (about 475–221 BC). It differs from the modern interpretation of asymmetric military strategy. The ancient warriors used to call it the Victorious Methods of Warfare (sheng er zhan zhi), but it has the same meaning as the modern asymmetrical military strategy. The ancient professional warriors used it in individual combats against the enemies in the wars. As a result, a variety of armed and unarmed combat combinations have been created for various combat situations as the individual battle plans. Those combat combinations had specific names, descriptions and classifications.
Sun Tzu's historicity is uncertain. The Han dynasty historian Sima Qian and other traditional Chinese historians placed him as a minister to King Helü of Wu and dated his lifetime to 544–496 BC. Modern scholars accepting his historicity place the extant text of The Art of War in the later Warring States period of 475 to 221 BC, based on its style of composition and its descriptions of warfare. Traditional accounts state that the general's descendant Sun Bin wrote a treatise on military tactics, also titled The Art of War. Since both Sun Wu and Sun Bin were referred to as "Sun Tzu" in classical Chinese texts, some historians believed them identical, prior to the rediscovery of Sun Bin's treatise in 1972.
Sun Tzu's work has been praised and employed throughout the arc of East Asian military history since its composition, and eventually earned global attention. During the twentieth century, The Art of War grew in popularity and saw practical use in the Western world as well. It remains influential in many contemporary competitive endeavors across the modern world beyond military strategy and warfare, including espionage, culture, governance, business, and sports.
Sun Tzu mastered the military science of ancient China and created the military doctrine of asymmetrical warfare. According to it, an attack on the enemy should begin only after the enemy has no opportunity to either defend or counterattack. It was used in the wars in the era of the Warring States in ancient China (about 475–221 BC). It differs from the modern interpretation of asymmetric military strategy. The ancient warriors used to call it the Victorious Methods of Warfare (sheng er zhan zhi), but it has the same meaning as the modern asymmetrical military strategy. The ancient professional warriors used it in individual combats against the enemies in the wars. As a result, a variety of armed and unarmed combat combinations have been created for various combat situations as the individual battle plans. Those combat combinations had specific names, descriptions and classifications.
Sun Tzu's historicity is uncertain. The Han dynasty historian Sima Qian and other traditional Chinese historians placed him as a minister to King Helü of Wu and dated his lifetime to 544–496 BC. Modern scholars accepting his historicity place the extant text of The Art of War in the later Warring States period of 475 to 221 BC, based on its style of composition and its descriptions of warfare. Traditional accounts state that the general's descendant Sun Bin wrote a treatise on military tactics, also titled The Art of War. Since both Sun Wu and Sun Bin were referred to as "Sun Tzu" in classical Chinese texts, some historians believed them identical, prior to the rediscovery of Sun Bin's treatise in 1972.
Sun Tzu's work has been praised and employed throughout the arc of East Asian military history since its composition, and eventually earned global attention. During the twentieth century, The Art of War grew in popularity and saw practical use in the Western world as well. It remains influential in many contemporary competitive endeavors across the modern world beyond military strategy and warfare, including espionage, culture, governance, business, and sports.
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October 30, 2023
First time I'm reading this all-time classic. Other than the title, that seems a bit contradictory, in my opinion, it is a nice and quick read.
Also, this edition is just amazing. The illustrations in the book and cards are just amazing
Also, this edition is just amazing. The illustrations in the book and cards are just amazing
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