The Art of War by Sun Tzu \u0026 the Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi by Sun Tzu

The Art of War by Sun Tzu \u0026 the Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi Reviews

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  Keith Hutson

  What got me into reading these two manuals was my interest in the Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors franchises. I was familiar with Sun Tzu from a few of his sayings and Miyamoto Musashi the warrior. What finally led me to reading this was a certain saying that stood out to me, which I will share using my own understanding: "Those who are victorious win the battle first and then go to fight. Those who lose will go to battle first and then hope to win." While most wisdom seems to apply mainly to the literal battlefield, this statement can be easily applied to daily living. The battle begins in the mind, and those who emerge victorious at the end of the day must first win the battle that comes with the rising from bed.
  I hope to revisit these manuals in the future to glean more wisdom that may be applied to my personal life.
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  Sylvan Clarke

  One of the most inspiring books I have had the pleasure of reading, detailing true practical concepts on how to approach many situations whether for business or pleasure. The strategies outlined cannot but provide valuable self help guidance for all and is a definite for those looking for a new challenge, those searching for a renewed vision at home or work, those in a competitive business arena or super elite sport. A brilliant interpretation of the stratagems of conflict, i really liked the concept of understanding not only yourself but looking at the big picture and understanding others in order to seek the most appropriate course of action. A brilliant easy to read adaptation.
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  Johnny Stone

  Read both of these books on seperate occasions over the years- classics without equal.
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  Kristjan

  Performance: ***
  Story: ***
  
  The Art of War by Sun Tzu is a famous military/strategy treatise composed of 13 chapters devoted to various skills related to war. While the translation appears to be good, the advise provided is primarily general (and somewhat obvious) maxims, without any specific or practical information or examples on how to execute each stratagem … making this very small manual more of an outline/checklist that is of marginal use by itself (IMHO the reputation of this work far exceeds its utility; however, it works as an introduction and/or entertainment). After each chapter, the author adds a few discussion questions that are also interesting and points to some of the hidden concepts within each precept, but are difficult to fully take advantage of in the audible format. The narration is actually pretty good for such an academic and dry topic (so only one “voice” / character that you would expect within a story/novel).
  
  The Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi is another famous martial treatise that attempts to extend sword tactics into battle strategies (bottom up vs top down from Art of War). As such, there are more specific or practice instructions, but very little help in how to apply this knowledge more generally on the battle field. Here Musashi’s primary focus appears to be individual/internal disciple and the superiority of the sword over all other weapons (except the gun). The treatise is divided into five (5) books: Earth (Training), Water (Style), Fire (Timing), Wind (Flaws), Void (Mind). Over all, the work was interesting and interesting; although, I puzzled a bit over some of the translation choices.
  
  Over all the complete package was short and entertaining, but not really something I would use to learn strategy beyond a basic introduction. For that I was turn to more contemporary sources for modern warfare such as Von Clausewitz.
  
  I was given this free advance review/listener copy (ARC) audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
  
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  Sandor Fia Sandor

  Great books about how to approach different situations in your life whether it is war, business, sport, etc: understand yourself and your goals, know your enemies and their capabilities, trust yourself, see the big picture.
  Having these knowledge you can act with faith.
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  Joshua Smith

  Every. Day. Carry.
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  Ivan V.

  Tanto el arte de la guerra como el libro de los cinco anillos se complementan en la cuestión estratégica. Vale la pena releerlo y consultarlo para las diferentes batallas cotidianas.
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  Darsy Ramos

  El arte de la guerra 🎋🧧 ⭐⭐⭐
  El Libro De Los Cinco Anillos 🎎🎍⭐⭐
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  Ankit

  nice