The Art of War: The Essential Translation of the Classic Book of Life
By Sun Tzu
Translated by John Minford
Read by Ray Porter
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Master Sun said: “Ultimate excellence lies not in winning every battle but in defeating the enemy without ever fighting.” For more than two thousand years, The Art of War has stood as a cornerstone of Chinese culture, a lucid text that reveals as much about psychology, politics, and economics as it does about battlefield strategy. For those seeking a deeper understanding of this seminal work, scholar John Minford brings the words of Sun-tzu to life for modern listeners, presenting the core text in two formats: Part I: The original text by Sun-tzu Ray Porter reads the unadorned thirteen chapters, allowing listeners to form their own first impressions of the ancient words of wisdom ascribed to Sun-tzu. Part II: The original text with running commentary Read by Ray Porter and Lorna Raver, the original text is presented again, this time with extensive running commentary by traditional Chinese scholars and the translator, providing context and subtext for the work. Included is a lively, learned introduction, read by Lorna Raver, in which Minford explores the life and times of Sun-tzu and considers how best to read and understand the work today. Even those readers familiar with The Art of War will experience it anew, finding it more fascinating and more relevant than ever.
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Summary
Summary
Master Sun said: “Ultimate excellence lies not in winning every battle but in defeating the enemy without ever fighting.”
For more than two thousand years, The Art of War has stood as a cornerstone of Chinese culture, a lucid text that reveals as much about psychology, politics, and economics as it does about battlefield strategy. For those seeking a deeper understanding of this seminal work, scholar John Minford brings the words of Sun-tzu to life for modern listeners, presenting the core text in two formats:
Part I: The original text by Sun-tzu
Ray Porter reads the unadorned thirteen chapters, allowing listeners to form their own first impressions of the ancient words of wisdom ascribed to Sun-tzu.
Part II: The original text with running commentary
Read by Ray Porter and Lorna Raver, the original text is presented again, this time with extensive running commentary by traditional Chinese scholars and the translator, providing context and
subtext for the work. Included is a lively, learned introduction, read by Lorna Raver, in which Minford explores the life and times of Sun-tzu and considers how best to read and understand the work
today.
Even those readers familiar with The Art of War will experience it anew, finding it more fascinating and more relevant than ever.
Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
Reviews
Reviews
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Impressive
- The Art of War is still applicable in today's world in spite of having been written over 2000 years ago. I've always been impressed at how many of the nuggets in the book are applicable in different areas of life. As a business owner I apply many of the same principles Sun Tzu talks about in running my business. I suggest checking out the Art of War, not as a book on war, but as a tool for today's world.
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Simple, Right?
- Taking the principles of The Art of War, does not make you ruthless, it makes you skillful in the defeat of your obstacle.
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A Great Book For Today's World
- Everything about this book was superb! The narration was great and it made you feel as if you were actually sitting and learning from Sun-Tzu himself. As someone else said, this book is not just about going to war and destroying your enemy. This book is about taking it's philosophy and putting it to practical everyday use. Which is easily done if approached correctly. Allowing you to overcome obstacles and many of life's challenges. Definitely a great listen and Ray Porter does a great job narrating again!
Author
Author Bio: Sun Tzu
Sun Tzu lived in China in the sixth and fifth centuries BC, serving as a general and strategist to the king of Wu. A philosopher and writer, his military stratagems, written over 2,500 years ago, are still pertinent today.
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| Available Formats : | Digital Download, Digital Rental, CD, MP3 CD |
| Category: | Nonfiction/History |
| Runtime: | 9.26 |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
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