This Reader contains the five most influential books ever written about political strategy and philosophy.

Platos "Republic" is a Socratic dialogue written c380 BC. It focusses on the definition of justice and the order and character of the just city-state and the just man. It is Platos most famous work and is one of the most influential works of philosophy and political theory.

Sun Tzus "The Art of War" is an ancient Chinese military treatise. It was written by a high-ranking military general, strategist and tactician, probably between. 481 BC and 403 BC. The book has thirteen...