Sun Tzu: The Art of Warfare

Electronic versions of even excellent books from reputable publishers can seem like some sort of red-headed step-child for all the attention they get. Not so here -- the endnotes have links back and forth to make referring to them a snap. The original Chinese text is provided and is legible, and there aren't any stupid formatting errors that make so many Kindle editions disappointing.Regarding the text: I have several books in the "Classics of Ancient China" series from Ballantine. They all exhibit careful editing and high scholarship and add great value to any library. Keep in mind, though, the series exists to shed light on Chinese literature, not to provide a path to enlightenment or instructions on how to prevail in conflict. The intention is scholarship, and they do it well.

just happen to be the wrong order.

This is the translated version that also includes the original Chinese text. Hence for the reader who can read traditional classic Chinese, one can truly appreciate what Sun-Tzu had achieved. His work is a masterpiece of scholarly literature as well as a demonstration of his military geniusness and insight.Another benefit of having the original text side by side is that there are still nuiances missed by the standard translating due to the multiple meanings of some Chinese words and the varied use of custom slangs.

Great edition of this text. This book is a must read for new leaders and Ames did a good job of wrapping the relatively short material with meaningful commentary.

Great book, everyone needs this book in their collection.

Profound, eternal text for life and war - any conflict in general - so it's clearly understandable why so many graduate business programs require, study and discuss this text. The extensive research for the best translation proved worth the time for Roger Ames' deep appreciation and knowledge of this language and the voice of the author. Get it, read it, live it! Resolve conflicts to the best of your ability at all costs without physical or even legal warfare, but when the "other" side will not or cannot mediate effectively, do what you must and be able to live with and respect yourself and your conscience when all is said and done. Credibility, personal integrity and honor are not just words, but most often (though not always) acknowledged, respected even revered by most arbitration entities, so be mindful of this fact too, and you will persevere and eventually most probably be the ultimate victor, while remaining wholly humble and honorable.

This ancient work on the art of "War" is a long study. It's concepts apply to any situation where there is a conflict. War, business, politics and any other area where you are dealing with a resisting force to be over come or out manuvered. Study it slowly and repeatedly till you can almost quote it from memory.

The product is intact and delivery was fast.

take your time - a classic

The quality of the book is great, good read, 4*s because the delivery time was a little longer than expected.

Item arrived at the last planned day. The cover is amazing, and needless to say, the book aswell. 5/5

Book cover was warped, cheap quality

timeless classic as up to date as can be worth every penny.