What's New
 Sonshi's Art of War book reviewed by BN Magazine (July 24, 2008) Huynh’s annotations face the relevant sections of The Art of War, a structure that allows readers unfamiliar with Sun Tzu’s work to read a clear, complete translation, along with Huynh’s thoughtful commentary.
Thomas Huynh book signing at the Mall of Georgia - Barnes & Noble on July 5, 2008 at 3pm-5pm.
Interview with Belle Yang (June 16, 2008) Award-winning author and artist Belle Yang from Carmel, California, expresses her unique bicultural experiences through her writing and artwork. Her books are must-reads if you are interested in understanding Chinese culture.
Straight A's by Belle Yang (June 9, 2008) Wonderfully witty; the look on the little girl's face is classic.
Discussion Topics
Non military,non-physical applications of Shii (highlighted July 24, 2008) I would be interested in hearing about experiences in which shii was employed to attain non-military, non-physical objectives in a conflict situation.
Chaos theory and the Art of War (highlighted July 4, 2008) In my opinion we all live in chaos because we can not predict 100%, every outcome in every step forward through life. It is a matter of flowing with change through proper preparation that allows us to be at ease/order. Chaos theory offers us the perspective that allows the alert person to take advantage of a situation.
If Art of War is so potent, why was it published? (highlighted June 28, 2008) Whoever published Sun Tzu’s Art of War must have contemplated that the book would also be read by his enemies.
Opinions of using strategy on a daily basis (highlighted June 14, 2008) A few examples include: how do you feel when you use strategy everyday? What were the advantages of using strategy? What happens to you when you slightly over-strategise your daily lifestyle? What is or were your goals that you wanted to achieve?
Sun Tzu in the News
Fedora having a ball at Southern Miss (Rivals.com - July 20, 2008) The one book Fedora always finds time to snuggle up with is the "Art of War," a Sixth Century B.C. work by Sun Tzu. Fedora reads it every offseason to prepare for the coming season. The book is composed of 13 chapters, each devoted to an aspect of warfare. Many feel it is the consummate book on military strategies and tactics. "Why do I read it every year?" Fedora says. "Because I learn something new every time. I don't mean to say football is as bad as war, but many of the strategies are the same."
"Kung Fu Panda" punches away at controls on creativity (Xinhua News - July 4, 2008) Wu said, "We know little about foreigners' views and expectations of the Chinese culture. We should study their viewing habits and psychology. If we can find common points of interest, our cultural products will have greater success." ... Standing Committee member Tian Congming, former president of Xinhua News Agency, said the international popularity of the classic Chinese work "The Art of War" was an example of worldwide interest in Chinese culture.
Driven Scolari is revved-up by the will to win and he’ll put his foot down at Chelsea (Daily Mail - June 12, 2008) His favourite book is Sun Tzu's Art of War, the 6th Century Chinese treatise that has been required reading matter for every successful warrior. Chelsea insisted last night that Scolari was always their first choice and when one reflects on their criteria it does seem to have a ring of truth.
Eisenhower's D-Day legacy must not be forgotten (Scripps Howard News Service - June 5, 2008) Carthage College faculty over the years have made good use of the ancient classic 'The Art of War' by Chinese philosopher Sun Tzu, who stressed the importance of deception. I don't know if Eisenhower read the book; I do know he could have written it.
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