Translated by: Nonaka Netaro
The Art of War by Sun Tzu is the most famous book on military strategy, past and present, in the East and the West.
It replaces war with business and is popular among Japanese businessmen.
However, "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu is not just a book about tactics.
It offers excellent insights into issues of life and as a governing philosophy.
And to understand such ideological aspects, a comprehensive understanding is essential.
The world is once again entering an era of turmoil.
With developments in the Middle East, Russia, and China, and with Japan now becoming an economic superpower, it cannot remain unaffected by these global developments.
Once again, it is urgent for us Japanese to gain a modern understanding of Sun Tzu.
This book includes a modern translation of the entire text, written in Japanese, and the original text, as well as an easy-to-remember [one-sentence super translation].
You will be able to grasp the theme and main idea at a glance, and it will be engraved in your mind like a proverb, dramatically improving your understanding of Sun Tzu's Art of War.
In addition, a new, complete modern edition has been released, with detailed annotations for major names and phrases.
[An example of a super-translation of one sentence]
"War is something that should be judged and prepared for calmly."
"The leader's character (whether he or she can listen to other people's opinions) determines success or failure."
"There's no benefit in a long-term battle."
"The best strategy is to win without harming the enemy."
"There must be a close relationship between the monarch and his advisor, the general."
"Being famous is not the same as being talented"
"If you know where and when to fight, you can win."
"In military conflict, accurate information and intelligence are important."
"Use the eyes and ears of both friend and foe to gain an advantage in battle"
*This book is a new edition of "The Complete Sun Tzu: Full Text Comparison Edition" (published in December 2017).
Released 25/12/15
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