The Art of War is an ancient Chinese military treatise attributed to the ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzǔ. For almost 1,500 years it was the lead text in an anthology that was formalized as the Seven Military Classics by Emperor Shenzong of Song in 1080. The work has been highly influential in the development of strategic thinking in both China and the West. Lionel Giles' acclaimed translation faithfully recreates in English Sun Tzǔ's famous work.