This is a new translation of The Art of War for the 21st century. As well as its historical importance it is one of the most influential political and business books of our era. This edition rediscovers the essential clarity of the ancient masterpiece,cited by generals from a dozen Chinese dynastiesinternational business leadersand modern military field manuals. It also contains a full commentary on Sun Tzuthe man and his ideascontemporary of Confucius and Buddha; and a critical guide to further reading. This is the perfect introduction to one of the worldΓÇÖs best-known classics. This edition is translated and edited by Jonathan Clements. Designed to appeal to the bookloverthe Macmillan Collector’s Library is a series of beautifully bound gift editions of much loved classic titles. Bound in real clothprinted on high quality paperand featuring ribbon markers and gilt edgesMacmillan Collector’s Library are books to love and treasure.