Publisher's Notes
Foreword
Introduction
Chapter One War: a Double-Edged Sword
The Misjudgement of Emperor Qin Shi Huang
The Repentance of Emperor Wu of Han
Chapter Two The "Kingly Way": Subduing the Enemy Without Fighting
Virtuous Civil Governance: How Emperor Shun Conquered Sanmiao
Emperor Guangwu's Soft Governance Attracted Countries in the Western Regions to Pay Allegiance
Chapter Three To Crusade Against Injustice and Put Benevolence and Righteousness in Place: The Original Purpose of Military Force
King Wu Crusades Against King Zhou of Shang
Duke Huan of Qi Repels the Barbarians
Classic Quotes