Tree in full bloom

Author: Zhou Nanping, Chen Changzhu / Country: Mainland China
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: "The 36 Stratagems" is a classic in the treasure trove of Chinese wisdom. It is everywhere and omnipresent. If someone uses it skillfully, they become the master of their environment. This book offers a unique and humorous take on "The 36 Stratagems," guiding you through its classic stories with comics. This volume tells the story of "Feigning Blossoms on a Tree." In this story, "East Wu's Clever Strategy Secures Jingzhou" unfolds. The story is vivid and entertaining—after reading it, you'll not only be amused and delighted but also helped to become a wise and clever person!
"Feigning Blossoms on a Tree" refers to a situation where there are no real blossoms on a tree, but colorful silk is cut into flowers and stuck onto it, making them look just like real flowers. If you don't look closely, it's hard to tell the difference. In military strategy, it means that when your own strength is relatively weak, you can create a false impression of strength by leveraging the power of others and other factors.