“Thus it is that in war the victorious strategist only seeks battle after the victory has been won, whereas he who is destined to defeat first fights and afterwards looks for victory.”
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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