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Translated in the year 1910, this scholarly edition of Dr Lionel Giles is considered to be the best translation of the work till date. Originally written in Chinese language by Sun Tzu in the 6th Century BC, this is the most successful and the oldest Chinese military treatise in the world. The contents of the book are based on Sun Tzu's own experience in different campaigns. The essence of the book is that positioning in war strategy is crucial. Apart from being essential for the military, the book is useful for all those who want to pursue success in life, and for all those who aim at leadership. The ultimate goal in one's life, as the book proclaims, should be to strive for success, always with the 'enemy at the next door' alertness. In this contemporary battlefield of corporate competency, this book no doubt will have an edge over other such books.