Quoting The Art of War, an ancient Chinese war manual dating from the 5th century BCE, has become a cliché. It is, alas, the hallmark of teen edgelords, management gurus and, as one of my ...

The above is the foreword to a new edition of The Art of War by Sun Tzu, published by Everyman’s Library this month. I was born a farmer’s son, but left years ago. Now I’m back.

They begin this way: “The art of war is of vital importance to the state. It is a matter of life and death, a road either to safety or to ruin. Hence under no circumstances can it be neglected.” ...

"The Art of War" seems to be inspired by Sun Tzu's 18th Principle, albeit rewritten to read, "All movies are based on deception." It's so deceiving that it's incomprehensible.