Author: Scott Boorman
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108639909
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 559
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Sun Tzu's Art of War is widely regarded as the most influential military & strategic classic of all time. Through 'reverse engineering' of the text structured around 14 Sun Tzu 'themes,' this rigorous analysis furnishes a thorough picture of what the text actually says, drawing on Chinese-language analyses, historical, philological, & archaeological sources, traditional commentaries, computational ideas, and strategic & logistics perspectives. Building on this anchoring, the book provides a unique roadmap of Sun Tzu's military and intelligence insights and their applications to strategic competitions in many times and places worldwide, from Warring States China to contemporary US/China strategic competition and other 21st century competitions involving cyber warfare, computing, other hi-tech conflict, espionage, and more. Simultaneously, the analysis offers a window into Sun Tzu's limitations and blind spots relevant to managing 21st century strategic competitions with Sun-Tzu-inspired adversaries or rivals.
Author: Scott A. Boorman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781108686877
Category : Military art and science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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"Sun Tzu's Art of War is widely regarded as the most influential military & strategic classic of all time. Through "reverse engineering" of the text structured around 14 Sun Tzu "themes," this rigorous analysis furnishes a thorough picture of what the text actually says, drawing on Chinese-language analyses, historical, philological, & archaeological sources, traditional commentaries, computational ideas, and strategic & logistics perspectives. Building on this anchoring, the book provides a unique roadmap of Sun Tzu's military and intelligence insights and their applications to strategic competitions in many times and places worldwide, from Warring States China to contemporary US/China strategic competition and other 21st century competitions involving cyber warfare, computing, other hi-tech conflict, espionage, and more. Simultaneously, the analysis offers a window into Sun Tzu's limitations and blind spots relevant to managing 21st century strategic competitions with Sun-Tzu-inspired adversaries or rivals"--
Author: Scott Boorman
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9781108456982
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Book Description
Sun Tzu's Art of War is widely regarded as the most influential military & strategic classic of all time. Through 'reverse engineering' of the text structured around 14 Sun Tzu 'themes,' this rigorous analysis furnishes a thorough picture of what the text actually says, drawing on Chinese-language analyses, historical, philological, & archaeological sources, traditional commentaries, computational ideas, and strategic & logistics perspectives. Building on this anchoring, the book provides a unique roadmap of Sun Tzu's military and intelligence insights and their applications to strategic competitions in many times and places worldwide, from Warring States China to contemporary US/China strategic competition and other 21st century competitions involving cyber warfare, computing, other hi-tech conflict, espionage, and more. Simultaneously, the analysis offers a window into Sun Tzu's limitations and blind spots relevant to managing 21st century strategic competitions with Sun-Tzu-inspired adversaries or rivals.
Author: David M. Lampton
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520254422
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 379
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“By learning more not only about China, but from China, America is more likely to sustain a constructive relationship with the rising China. Lampton insightfully provides us with the much-needed guidance.”–Zbigniew Brzezinski, Center for Strategic and International Studies "Professor Lampton's stimulating and well-researched book provides a comprehensive framework for intelligent thinking about the implications for the United States and the world of the rapid expansion of China's economic and military power. Serious students of world affairs and non-specialists concerned about the outlook for U.S.-China relations will all benefit from the historically-based insights and judgments that fill the pages of this thought-provoking volume."—J. Stapleton Roy, former United States ambassador to China
Author: Erik Schön
Publisher: Yokoso Press
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 176
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What is leadership? Why is this important? How do you lead successfully? THE ART OF LEADERSHIP provides timeless answers to these eternal questions. It is a modern reading of Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching — a guide for leaders in ancient China. It is an interpretation of 81 short, poetic sections on leadership, people and how to succeed together in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world where the rate of change is increasing daily. You will discover new perspectives on the world, people and their behaviours, get actionable advice on how to lead strategically and effectively, and, learn how to make a difference using purpose and integrity instead of pressure and control. You will also improve your understanding of China, Chinese ways of leading and strategising since the Tao Te Ching is deeply ingrained in Chinese thinking, decision-making and actions. “A beautifully deep exploration of leadership based on a modern interpretation of my favourite Chinese classic, the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu.” Rod Leaverton, strategist “This is powerful, this is for practical people struggling with business goals.” Goran Skugor, competence manager "I love this interpretation of Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching. The insights go beyond what I could possibly imagine. After leading a tech company for more than 26 years there is still so much to learn and study. Thank you Erik for bringing these more than wise words to our attention." Jørn Larsen, CEO and founder, Trifork
Author: Erik Schön
Publisher: Yokoso Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 196
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What is strategy? Why do you need it? How do you do it? And, how can you be more certain to succeed? THE ART OF STRATEGY provides timeless answers to these eternal questions. It is a short introduction to strategy through the insights of three successful strategists: Sun Tzu, John Boyd and Simon Wardley. It is a modern reading of Sun Tzu’s The Art of War — the strategy classic written in China around 500 BC — using the lenses of Boyd (OODA "loop" inventor) and Wardley (Wardley Map inventor) who were both influenced by Sun Tzu. Each chapter gently transforms The Art of War into a modern business setting and includes material from Boyd and Wardley in separate sections to complement and clarify Sun Tzu’s terse, poetic text. The idea is to serve strategy in 13 short chapters requiring 5–10 minutes of reading time each. An extensive glossary is included since many Chinese concepts are purposefully abstract and ambiguous. You will discover new thinking patterns, e.g. OODA "loops" and situational awareness, as well as visualization tools like Wardley Maps that will help you and your organization succeed together with your stakeholders. You will also improve your understanding of the — sometimes evil — political gameplays (and counter- measures!) used by Nancy Pelosi, Boris Johnson, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xí Jìnpíng who are all inspired by Sun Tzu, in some cases indirectly via Boyd. “A great little book with loads of maps in there.” Simon Wardley, inventor of Wardley Mapping "An excellent fusion of Sun Tzu, Boyd, and Wardley that is beautifully laid out, highly readable and very straightforward in compressing the learning curve on all three!" Mark J. McGrath, chief learning officer "Erik Schön has created a great example of Boyd’s ’snowmobile’ — a synthesis across a variety of domains leading to new insights and capabilities. I’m sure every strategist, business, leader, and entrepreneur will find valuable ideas for making their own enterprises more competitive." Chet Richards, author of Certain to Win: The Strategy of John Boyd, Applied to Business "The Art of Strategy is condensed knowledge that all managers, agile coaches and other leaders should have. These are three thinkers from very different contexts. But as Erik has put it, with similarities and differences topic by topic, a fourth voice appears. That voice belongs to the interaction between the three narrators and it gives as much value to me as a reader as the other three voices do." Staffan Nöteberg, author of Monotasking "THE summary and independent look on modern strategy right now!!!" Markus Andrezak, founder and managing partner
Author: Sun Tzu
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1788880188
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 227
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Written between 500 BCE and 700 CE, these seven texts have inspired generals for millennia, both in China and the wider world. Featuring Sun Tzu's The Art of War, this new translation brings to light the military masterpieces of ancient China. These seven texts display an understanding of strategy and warfare still relevant more than 2,000 years after they were originally written. Together, they present a uniquely eastern tradition of warfare that emphasizes speed, stealth, and cunning. This collection includes: • The Art of War • Wuzi • Wei Liaozi • Taigong's Six Secret Teachings • The Methods of the Sima • Questions and Replies Between Emperor Taizong of Tang and General Li Jing.
Author: Gene Balfour
Publisher: Eugene C Balfour
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 164
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Should governments have a role in managing Climate Change? Is there a better way? This book answers those questions. Climate Alarmists argue that greenhouse gas emissions pose such a serious threat to humanity that governments must aggressively tax and regulate to curtail every human activity they allege to increase that threat. Skeptics disagree. Scientific evidence doesn’t support the Alarmists’ theory with conclusive data. The man-made global warming concern began in 1992 in the sphere of politics. It's been sustained by politicians and tax-funded institutions globally and domestically. Ongoing fearmongering campaigns has kept the public anxious for a generation. Citizens tacitly submit to the ‘tax and spend’ policies that keep the Climate Change Government Complex (CCGC) growing and profitable. With the unlikely name The Bigfoot Show (’Bigfoot’ is the abbreviated term for the proposal), the author proposes a superior alternative to the CCGC that will reduce industrial CO2 emissions. It will also entertain and educate the public while satisfying Alarmists and Skeptics alike. No government participation will be allowed. Bigfoot is an innovation that, when adopted, will be the first step towards replacing government responsibility for Climate Change and, potentially, for other areas where public sector monopolies exist. Chapter One describes the core failures of the government's approach to Climate Change. Chapter Two lays out the proposal. Chapter Three provides a SWOT+ analysis to explain how the proposal is an evolutionary improvement over the CCGC. The next seven chapters offer a 360-degree look at the entire Climate Change topic -- a highly complex subject with many dimensions and stakeholders. Bigfoot is a practical solution that will get the desired results and do it in a cost-effective, transparent and accountable manner. Modern digital technology will play an important part. In recent years, the pandemic and other crises have pushed public anxiety to historic levels. While we enjoy unprecedented access to information, uncertainty about the future had never been worse especially with our youth. Conspiracy theories arise whenever people are confused by complex issues that affect their lives. The impulse to find satisfying answers drives many to the ‘authorities’. Twenty years ago, we outsourced manufacturing to nations like China, Mexico and India. Today we outsource our critical thinking to designated ‘gurus’ and ‘experts’. If you are interested in people and the choices they make, you will like this book. It raises questions regarding morality, mutual respect, personal responsibility and the freedom to act accordingly, fairness, the dynamics of human communities of both religious and secular natures, creativity, philosophy, leadership and the consequences when it’s lacking, the nature of fiat and digital money as mediums of exchange and stores of wealth. Political leaders can embrace Bigfoot for the public benefits that are achievable with or without their endorsement. Public trust and respect can be restored for political and government leaders. Threats to Canadian sovereignty by globalist entities can be thwarted. A new age of democracy renewal can begin with Bigfoot. Read about some of the most important characters in the Climate Change saga, its authoritarian nature, and its most influential Skeptics. Bigfoot offers hope to all Canadians. It signifies that a viable, democratic and peaceful path out of perhaps the darkest period in our history is finally here!
Author: Balazs Szanto
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000406865
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 380
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This book provides a critical overview of the occurrence of war in the international system by examining the concept from multiple perspectives and theoretical backgrounds. War is an essential concept in international affairs, if for no other reason than because prevention of war requires an in-depth understanding of it as a concept. This book seeks to examine the continued occurrence of war in international relations, despite the emergence of arguments concerning its obsolescence. It provides a new cognitive framework through which to understand war as a phenomenon, which can be applied to real-world scenarios and policy issues, making use of case studies predominantly from China and Japan. Theoretically, the book is primarily based on a structural realist framework but adopts a significant constructivist component through the emphasis on identity and reputation in the international system. The volume offers a nuanced yet holistic approach to the theory of war and seeks to engage critically with the major theoretical approaches, pointing out the major criticisms of these ideas and how the theories correlate. This book will be of much interest to students of strategic studies, foreign policy, and International Relations.
Author: Sun Tzu
Publisher: St. Martin's Essentials
ISBN: 1250828783
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 128
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Sun Tzu’s The Art of War offers the wisdom of ancient China for the modern reader Originally written in the 5th century, The Art of War is a masterpiece of military strategy and Chinese philosophy that has influenced countless leaders, both on the battlefield and in the boardroom. The exhortations and advice from The Art of War have echoed throughout the centuries as pieces of timeless wisdom, no matter the foe you may be facing. This edition of the timeless classic uses Lionel Giles’s brilliant translation of the original text, re-designed with a modern look and a pocket-size trim that’s perfect for gift giving. Whether they’re students or salespeople, readers everywhere will benefit from Sun Tzu’s profound insights into human behavior.
