“We cannot enter into alliance with neighbouring princes until we are acquainted with their designs. We are not fit to lead an army on the march unless we are familiar with the face of the country - its mountains and forests, its pitfalls and precipices, its marshes and swamps. We shall be unable to turn natural advantages to account unless we make use of local guides.”
Quote by Sun Tzu
Work
The Complete Art of War
This book is a seminal work on military strategy, detailing the principles and techniques of warfare as outlined by ancient Chinese philosopher Sun Tzu. It covers various aspects of conflict, including planning, command, and the psychological aspects of battle. more
Author
Sun Tzu
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. more
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