The Art of War (version 2)
Sun Tzu 孙武
Read by Paul Sze
The Art of War is a foundational text on military strategy and philosophy, attributed to the ancient Chinese general Sun Tzu. Written in the 6th century BC, this treatise comprises 13 concise chapters, each focusing on a distinct aspect of warfare, from planning and strategy to the importance of adaptability and understanding the enemy.
Beyond its military applications, the principles outlined in The Art of War have transcended the battlefield, influencing fields such as politics, business, and personal development. Sun Tzu emphasizes the significance of strategy over brute force, advocating for wisdom, foresight, and the effective use of resources.
This work remains relevant today, offering insights into conflict resolution and competitive dynamics. Its teachings encourage readers to think critically about the nature of conflict and the art of achieving victory with minimal confrontation.
Chapters
Select a chapter to play
| Laying Plans | 7:28 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Waging War | 6:45 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Attack by Stratagem | 7:01 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Tactical Dispositions | 5:46 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Energy | 7:21 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Weak Points and Strong | 10:14 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Maneuvering | 9:24 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Variation in Tactics | 4:44 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| The Army on the March | 12:03 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| Terrain | 10:12 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| The Nine Situations | 18:34 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| The Attack by Fire | 5:45 | Read by Paul Sze | |
| The Use of Spies | 8:23 | Read by Paul Sze |
Reviews
life is war
ol king kole
war is conflict conflict is choice choice is thought thought is life
A LibriVox Listener
Excellent reading. many of our presidents could have learned from a lesson from this book. Before and after going to war.
Kl
I can only listen to the Art of War by Paul Sze. Anyone else, it just doesn't feel or sound the same
To think
NT
Good reading very easy to understand
Love this Reading by Paul Sze
Kym Zmail
I have listened to this over and over again
great book
Rickie DEAN SINKS
i would read and listen to it agin
Live It And Prosper
Ro8v28
Follow the principles of this book and you will grow rich. Ignore them and you will suffer peril. Love not your life unto the death!
theicecube
clear voice, distinct pronunciation. a few mistakes here and there, nothing drastic. overall a great reading. thank you!