The Art of War · 36 Stratagems (The First Golden Edition of China) (National Gift Gold Book · Inheritance and Treasure · Globally Limited to 999 Sets)

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Features: The Art of War, also known as Sun Tzu, is one of the most renowned military treatises in ancient China and the oldest military theory book in the world. The author, Sun Wu, styled Changqing, also known as Sun Wuzi, was a famous military strategist from Le'an, Qi State (modern-day Shandong) in the late Spring and Autumn period. He was historically revered as the "Divine Strategist," "Sage of War," and "Forefather of Military Strategy for Generations." The Art of War is an immortal masterpiece of military strategy, a monumental intellectual legacy forged with wisdom, and an important part of China's excellent traditional culture. Since its inception, it has profoundly influenced the development of military studies in China's dynasties and holds a significant position in world military thought, earning titles such as: "Forefather of Eastern Military Studies," "World's Ancient Military Classic," "Sacred Text of Military Strategy," and "Eastern Bible." In April 1972, after being lost for over 1,700 years, bamboo slips of The Art of War were unearthed from the Han Dynasty tomb of Yinque Mountain in Linyi County, Shandong Province, shocking the world. Leaders of the Communist Party of China, including Jiang Zemin, Qiao Shi, Liu Huqing, Zhang Zhen, Li Tiying, Gu Mu, Hong Xuezhi, Fei Xuetong, and Jiang Chunyun, as well as international friends like the Military Attaché of the U.S. Embassy in China and the Ambassador of Romania to China, personally visited the site, reflecting the extraordinary charm of this cultural relic. Sun Wu's 13 chapters of military strategy established the overall structure of classical Chinese military theory, making it difficult for later generations to surpass the classic. The profound and profound thoughts of The Art of War have permeated not only military but also various social fields beyond it, earning the admiration of military strategists, politicians, diplomats, economists, entrepreneurs, as well as prominent figures in science and sports worldwide.
In China, Sun Wu's teachings were established as a "prestigious discipline" during the Warring States period. The Art of War was designated as a military textbook in the Han Dynasty, revered as the "Military Canon" after the Southern and Northern Dynasties, and later as the "Military Scriptures" in the Tang Dynasty. The Song Dynasty government officially promulgated it as the basis for military examinations, a practice continued through the Ming and Qing Dynasties. In modern times, some military academies still require The Art of War as a compulsory course.
The Art of War is also a common treasure of the world's people. It has been translated into over a dozen languages, including Japanese, French, English, German, Russian, Czech, Korean, and Hebrew, and is widely circulated and highly regarded globally. Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, a distinguished British military figure, said, "All military academies in the world should make The Art of War a compulsory course." German Admiral Racker stated, "The methods and strategies described in The Art of War are applicable not only to war but also to major political decisions. Leaders in all fields, from business executives to politicians and military commanders, will find it very useful." Lawrence, the of the U.S. Defense University, said, "The Art of War has become an important theoretical basis for the United States to determine today's combat principles. It is studied as a textbook in U.S. military academies. Some of Sun Tzu's famous quotes are included in the U.S. Army Operations Manual (1982 edition) as key principles of basic combat theory and main methods, presented in their original form." During the Gulf War, U.S. military personnel were each issued a copy of The Art of War. This shows that Sun Tzu's military theory has ascended to the "palace of strategic decision-making" of today's world powers, exerting a profound influence on the adjustment and changes of the international strategic landscape.
The 36 Stratagems is a military book that explains strategies in vivid and concise language, with strong practicality and reference value, exerting extensive and far-reaching influence in various social fields at home and abroad. The author and the time of its compilation remain uncertain. The earliest known version is a small 32-page book printed on handmade paper in Chengdu in 1941.
The Art of War and The 36 Stratagems is the "King of Military Strategy." The first golden edition of The Art of War and The 36 Stratagems is entirely made of gold paper, with a cover inlaid with a pure gold medallion of Sun Wu. The "King of Wood," Zitan wood, is also a rare and precious material. The Zitan Gold Book is your guide in life, strategist for your career, source of wealth, and an invaluable treasure for starting a business, developing an enterprise, and stabilizing a nation. Owning this book brings endless benefits.