This is the core text of Sun Tzu's seminal work on military tactics, The Art of War. The book is thought to have been written in the 6th Century BC and its central messages have been applied not only to war but to campaigning, negotiations, management and many other spheres since.Unlike other editions, this contains the translated text of Sun Tzu's original book without further comment - allowing you to consider the tactical insights of this masterpiece without distraction.