Josef Mondl BING 兵 – Band II: Historische Grundlagen und Entwicklung von Diplomatie, Manipulation und Móulüè in der Vor-Qín-Zeit Chinas

About this book

Discover the fascinating world of ancient China and the timeless principles of diplomacy, manipulation, and strategy that formed the foundation for thousands of years of statecraft. “Bīng 兵 – Volume II” takes you back to the turbulent pre-Qín period, an era of competing states in which the fate of kingdoms often depended on the art of persuasion, skill in negotiation, and mastery of strategic alliances.

This book is more than a historical treatise; it offers a thorough insight into human nature and the timeless laws of power. Gain a deep understanding of the origins and evolution of diplomatic strategies, whose echoes can still be heard in contemporary politics and economics. Discover the secrets of Móulüè, the comprehensive strategy that combines planning and execution in perfect harmony.

Meet the legendary Guiguzi, the master from the Demon Valley, whose teachings on Yóushuì—the art of lobbying and persuasion—remain unmatched to this day. Discover the multi-layered alliance strategies of Hézòng (Vertical Alliance) and Liánhéng (Horizontal Alliance), which shaped the political chessboard of their time and whose repercussions can still be felt in modern geopolitical maneuvers.

“Bīng 兵 Volume II” brings historical figures to life: Sū Qín, the brilliant strategist whose words united kingdoms, and Zhāng Yí, the master of intrigue whose tactics broke alliances and reshaped them. The stories it tells are not just captivating accounts: they are also lessons about the power of rhetoric, the importance of strategic thinking, and the art of statecraft.

This book is for anyone who wants to understand the fundamentals of power and influence:

Historians and sinologists: examine the nuances of Chinese history and diplomacy.

Political scientists: Gain insights into timeless strategies of statecraft.

Economists: Apply the principles of negotiation and persuasion in the business world.

Strategists and negotiators: Explore the origins of strategic thinking and how it is applied in today's world.

Anyone interested in human nature and relationship dynamics.

“Bīng 兵 Volume II” is an indispensable book that will expand your knowledge and change your view of the world. It is a journey through time that shows us that the fundamentals of diplomacy, manipulation, and strategy are universal and timeless.