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OverviewThis luxurious 7-volume boxset contains the most famous military texts of Ancient China bound in high-quality cloth and presented in a decorative slipcase. Written between 500 BCE and 700 CE these texts have inspired generals for millennia both in China and the wider world. Their understanding of warfare also has also shaped tactics beyond the military shedding light on modern subjects such as leadership and corporate strategy. These clothbound volumes are beautifully presented with elegant cover designs and gold-foil embossing. Brand-new translations are featured by Stefan Harvey and Rory Weaver among others and each book is introduced by Dr Justin Winslett an expert in classical Chinese history. Whether you wish to learn about Eastern philosophy Chinese history or military strategy this deluxe slipcased collection is essential reading and a wonderful edition to any bookshelf. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Sun Tzu , Wu Qi , Li Jing , Wei LiaoPublisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd Imprint: Arcturus Publishing Ltd ISBN: 9781838576813ISBN 10: 1838576819 Publication Date: 25 May 2020 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Mixed media product Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationSun Tzu (544-496 BCE) was a Chinese general and political adviser who lived during the Spring and Autumn period of ancient China. Wu Qi (440-381 BCE) was a military leader and politician who lived during the Warring States period. The most ancient writer of this collection, Jiang Ziya (also known as Taigong), was a noble who helped to overthrow the Shang dynasty in China in the 11th century BCE. Li Jing (571-649 CE) was a leading general during the Tang Dynasty who helped China expand its territory into Central Asia. Wei Liao (fl. late 2nd century BCE) was a minister during the Qin dynasty. Sima Rangju was a fourth century BCE general who collected the military writings that existed in the state of Qi during his lifetime in a book called The Methods of the Sima. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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