The 13 chapters of The Art of War, each devoted to one aspect of warfare, were compiled by the high-ranking Chinese military general, strategist, and philosopher Sun-Tzu. In spite of its battlefield specificity, The Art of War has found new life in the modern age, with leaders in fields as wide and far-reaching as world politics, human psychology, and corporate strategy finding valuable insight in its timeworn words.

Aidan Gillen - who has learned a thing or two about strategy through his roles as skilled manipulator Petyr "Littlefinger" Baelish (Game of Thrones) and ambitious politician Tommy Carcetti (The Wire) - brilliantly performs this ancient classic. His experience in portraying insightful and, at times, cunning characters makes him a natural fit for this ancient collection of battlefield epigrams whose influence has grown tremendously in the modern world.

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Sun Tzu
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Aidan Gillen
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March 31, 2015
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Listening Length	1 hour and 7 minutes
Author	Sun Tzu
Narrator	Aidan Gillen
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com Release Date	March 31, 2015
Publisher	Audible Studios
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B00URW47O6
Best Sellers Rank	#3,241 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #7 in Eastern Philosophy (Audible Books & Originals) #34 in Eastern Philosophy (Books) #73 in Leadership (Audible Books & Originals)

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Timothy M. Kelly

“Warfare,” par excellence

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 27, 2023

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“Warfare,” be it in battle, literally, or in interpersonal relationships, literally, reduced to its most basic and fundamental elements, as shared by Sun Tzu. Essential reading, or listening, in the case of the Audible version, to defeat, and win over, any foe, be they aware of the struggle, or not. Sometimes, as well, the most elemental struggle lies within.

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Billie Hill

It's the art of war.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 19, 2022

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It's the art of war, if you need a review before buying this book then you probably shouldn't be buying the book.

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Jasmine

Good

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 27, 2022

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Good book

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AJotou

A fantastic translation

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 15, 2023

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I consider the James Clavell translation of The Art of War to be the Go-To for anyone wanting an introduction to Sun Tzu. You will not be disappointed.

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Lollie K

Great Read

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 21, 2022

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A classic for a reason, this book provides insights whatsoever much applicable in modern business and the general navigation of competitive landscapes.

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Brilliant

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 10, 2023

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It was on my list to read for years. The concepts apply not only to war but daily things in the battles of life. It was very eye opening

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dean

The Art of War

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 11, 2023

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This book requires a read through more than once(for some of us). A lot of this I can not relate to yet. But I know at some point it will ALL make sense. It is what every man needs.

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DDYO

Great book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 18, 2023

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This book taught me a lot that can be used in and out of battle. To quote the book all war is deception

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Not the full text

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on May 4, 2019

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I have only atrted reading but please be aware that this is not the full version but a condensed version. Someone’s posted a picture of what appears to be the full text but that’s not what I received. More like a booklet which the seller should make clearer and for that I’m giving this a 1. Not for the content but for the booklet I received.

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Tripti shankar

Most overrated Book.

Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on July 21, 2019

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The printed MRP is ₹99 and I got it at ₹69. Delivery from Amazon was as usual good.

Now talking about the book I think it's the most overated book that I have read so far. So my suggestion would be not to waste time on this.

It is written point wise that also for me seems a little childish.

It talks about different tactics of warfare which is completely irrelevant in today's time. One atom bomb and all your Art of War would go in vain.

I though of giving it 2 stars but the reviews that is there on the cover of the book is so very good that it made me give it 1 star.

Also comparing it with Gita is complete insult to human civilization.

Rest I would say if you have a lot of time and want to waste it and get angry after few days then I would suggest you to go for this.

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Andy Ashburn

Open your mind as well as your eyes

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 6, 2018

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To quote SUN TZU "he who harkens to my council shall know victory". Wise words from a true genius and although the book was written centuries ago and meant as an aid to military tactics it can surprisingly has great baring and influence on day to day life if you have an open mind and don't just read a book and see the printed word. Sun Tzu explains every point without giving a definitive or direct answer and by doing so shows the true path that you can take with day to day life and it can (if clearly thought out) make any troubles you may have easier to understand and resolve as it shows you new options that might not of been clear to you at first. It's not a big book and when you first see it you might feel slightly cheated but let me assure you the book is more then worth it's weight in gold and the knowledge inside is powerful, iv read this book over and the pages still even after so many turns show me new insight and for want of a better word hope. Forget those self-help power books that go on and on this is a must read and mine goes everywhere with me.

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John Vallucci

Very dissatisfied. A disrespectful version of a piece of history.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 27, 2020

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This is a very disappointing and small version of the actual book. The book I have bought here is very thin and smaller than a normal book. It has only 53 pages, which is 207 less than it should be.

This should be explained to the buyer before purchase.

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Mr. S. Robinson

An important book.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on March 6, 2022

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I've read this book so many times. I actually carried it around with me everywhere I went for years and would keep trying to memorize all the directives.

While it's all war orientated, there are many wise teachings that you could apply to aspects of social or business culture.

I recommend this book to anyone looking to broaden their knowledge as you will likely become wiser from digesting it's contents. Having read it, you may find you make more sound decisions and exercise better judgement in various aspects of your life.

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