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Strategist

Sun Tzu, born around 544 BC and died around 496 BC, was a renowned Chinese military strategist. His military thoughts are mainly reflected in his book 'The Art of War', which is considered the classic of military strategy and has had a profound impact on various fields such as military, politics, and economics in later generations.

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Famous Sun Tzu Quotes

“To Subdue an enemy without fighting is the greatest of skills”

Fighting Enemy Skills

Author:Sun Tzu

“He who wishes to fight must first count the cost”

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Book:The Art of War

Source: The Art of War

“In desperate position, you must fight.”

Fighting Position Desperate

Book:Strategy Six Pack

Source: Strategy Six Pack

“Know the enemy and know yourself.”

“Do not press an enemy at bay. Prince Fu Ch'ai said: "Wild beasts, when at bay, fight desperately. How much more is this true of men! If they know there is no alternative, they will fight to the death.”

Ifs Knows Men Said Fighting Enemy Strategy Presses Alternatives Beast Wild Beasts

Author:Sun Tzu

“To persuade your enemy to (retreat) before the fight is to defeat them even before the battle begins. An enemy made ally is no longer an enemy.”

Made Fighting Enemy Battle Defeat Allies Retreat

Author:Sun Tzu

About the Author

Born: 544 BC
Died: 496 BC
Known for: Strategist
Quotes: 544

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Books & Sources

The Art of WarRelated source material

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Sun Tzu's Art of War - Illustrated & Translated for Modern ReadersRelated source material

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Sun Tzu: The Art of War for Managers; 50 Strategic RulesRelated source material

The Complete Art of WarRelated source material

Sun Tzu's The Art of War: Bilingual Edition Complete Chinese and English TextRelated source material

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