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“When the position is such that neither side will gain by making the first move, it is called temporising ground.”

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Book:Sun Tzu's Art of War - Illustrated & Translated for Modern Readers

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Sun Tzu's Art of War - Illustrated & Translated for Modern Readers

Sun Tzu's Art of War is a seminal work in the field of military strategy, offering insights on warfare and leadership. This illustrated and translated edition aims to make the ancient text accessible to a contemporary audience, with visual aids and a language that reflects current usage. more

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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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Book:Sun Tzu's The Art of War: Bilingual Edition Complete Chinese and English Text

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