鬼谷子

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Guiguzi, active 4th century B.C.

Language:

Chinese

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Guiguzi

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"鬼谷子" by active 4th century B.C. Guiguzi is a philosophical treatise written in the early Warring States period of ancient China. The book is centered around the teachings of Guiguzi, a master of political strategy and rhetoric who significantly influenced the school of thought known as the School of Diplomacy. The main topic of the book is the art of persuasion, strategy, and the nuanced interplay of power dynamics in both personal and political contexts. In "鬼谷子," Guiguzi imparts wisdom on the techniques of leveraging dialogue, understanding desires, and manipulating circumstances to one's advantage. The text is organized into a series of essays that explore concepts such as the importance of knowing the self and others, the use of soft power, and the vital role of adaptability and deception in achieving success. It emphasizes the strategic use of words and actions to influence others, demonstrating how outcomes can often be shaped by the ability to gauge people's motivations and intentions. Through historical examples and abstract principles, Guiguzi provides readers with insights into effective negotiation, leadership, and the practical application of philosophical ideas in both warfare and everyday life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Wan Ting Gong

Notes:

From: Wen yuan ge Si ku quan shu

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guiguzi

Release date is 2005-01-01