The Art of War is one of the most influential books in the world. It has
helped many a general achieve a decisive victory that changed the tide of the
battle against all odds. Its author, Sun Tzu, was allegedly a Chinese general
and strategist who lived in between the years 771 and 256 BCE. While he is
credited as the author of the Art of War, there is little proof of him
participating in any battle or even existing. But none of this is as important
as the contents of the texts, as the knowledge and wisdom found within it are rich
and true.
The Art of War is not just about how to strategize in battle, but about
how to be a proper leader and solve problems in general. I would recommend this
to anyone who wants to be better at leading others and organizing, and anyone
simply looking for something intellectual or philosophical to read. One
personal connection I have with the book is that I use it to help me lead
student run organizations like TSA (Technology Student Association). Overall,
this book is a phenomenal read and I personally insist on getting a copy that
has a commentator making notes about everything Sun Tzu says because they often
share relevant quotes and anecdotes that further enhance your understanding of
what the enigmatic text is really trying to say.
