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“What loss is there in dignity, what worry is there of failure?”

Quote by Zhuge Liang

Book:Mastering the Art of War

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Mastering the Art of War

This seminal work offers insights into the principles of warfare, leadership, and conflict resolution, drawing from the experiences of Sun Tzu's own military campaigns. more

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Zhuge Liang, also known as Kongming and Wulong, was a prominent politician, military strategist, litterateur, and inventor during the Three Kingdoms period of China. Born in 181 and died in 234, he dedicated his life to assisting Liu Bei and the Shu Han dynasty, making significant contributions to the tripartite struggle for power in China. more

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