Sun Tzu - The Art of War
"Appear weak when you are strong, and strong when you are weak."
Sun Tzu was a Chinese general and philosopher. His work The Art of War is probably one of the most famous and most widely read books ever. It is arguably more about philosophy than it is about warfare and military strategy. It is definitely one of the most quoted of texts.
It has been widely used for teaching competitive tactics in fields as diverse as sport, politics, business and, of course, warfare. It is often used for inspirational quotes in managing conflict and winning battles. It is considered to be a masterpiece of strategy.
If you are not yet acquainted with this book, now might be a good time to read it. It will give you food for thought for a long time. Come in and pick up a copy or order on line.
"He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight."