A concise and thought-provoking look at the replaying of ancient Chinese stratagems in recent military and political occurrences and anecdotes.

Compiled 300 years ago, this is one of the most outstanding examples of Chinese military writing. Emphasizing deceptive schemes to achieve military objectives,

One of the most diverse yet accessible collections of Chinese strategies. Verstappen has unearthed sources from Lao Zi to Miyamoto Musashi in an impressive sele

The 36 Stratagens are a collection of the military tactics and strategies employed in ancient China. Many of the terms coined for the stratagems have evolved in