The Art of War [Blackstone Version]

By: translation by John Minford, Sun Tzu

Narrated by: Lorna Raver, Ray Porter

For more than two thousand years, The Art of War has stood as a cornerstone of Chinese culture, a lucid epigrammatic text that reveals as much about human psychology, politics, and economics as it does about battlefield strategy. The influence of Sun-Tzu's text has grown tremendously in the West in recent years, with military leaders, politicians, and corporate executives alike finding valuable insight in these ancient words.

In this crisp, accessible new translation, eminent scholar John Minford brings this seminal work to life, presenting the core text in two formats, first the unadorned 13 chapters of the original work by Sun-Tzu followed by the same text with extensive running commentary by classical Chinese scholars as well as Minford himself. The result is an opportunity for Western readers to experience Sun-Tzu's work in all its intensity as it applies to many aspects of our lives.

Translation ©2002 John Minford; (P)2008 Blackstone Audiobooks

Critic reviews

"Modern warriors, warrior-wannabes, and world leaders would be advised to heed Sun-tzu's wisdom. Reader Lorna Raver's skill with voices adds to the inscrutable nature of the text and increases the listener's attention." ( AudioFile)

Wonderful for the Western mind

This audio book is a very thick 'document' in that the use of the very direct, very thought provoking comparisons of the western actions and history thrown into the usage and history of some of the other commentary's bring the clarity of intent Master Sun was giving to those of his place and time to a new understanding. I feel that I am more able to understand and digest this document as it was intended by its author (or authors depending on your belief or understanding.) All in all a wonderful collection of thought and explanation, although in order to grasp it all, the book itself needs to be in place or at hand to use for the many reference point given.

great book

great book, but i would like a more organized sense of reading when it came to the papers/essays portion.

Great tactics on warfare

Great tactics on warfare by understanding opponent, situations and your own strength. This is also great to apply to business concept!

A great work! Loved the commentary.

A great work! You may- or may not be an officer in charge of military command but somehow this book can be applied to many different areas of life. Life is ever changing, therefore, we must learn to adapt as water takes form transcending any obstacles that comes before it.

very disorganized presentation

very disorganized and repetitive. Also, sounds bad but something not right about listening to a book about ancient war when it's read by an elderly lady. She does a great job and no offense. It's kinda like listening to Clint Eastwood say make my day in your grandma's voice.