This book explores the timeless strategies and plans used in war and how they can be applied in everyday life.
Chapter 1: Self-Directed Warfare
The first chapter explores the concept of self-directed warfare, which is about mastering oneself before engaging in any external conflict. Greene argues that to be successful in any endeavor, one must first conquer their inner demons and weaknesses.
Chapter 2: Organizational (Team) Warfare
In this chapter, Greene discusses leadership, teamwork, and their importance in achieving goals. He suggests that leaders must inspire and motivate their team, while also being willing to take calculated risks and make difficult decisions.
Chapter 3: Defensive Warfare
The third chapter explores the concept of defensive warfare, which is about protecting oneself from attack. Greene argues that one must be aware of potential threats and vulnerabilities, and be prepared to defend oneself against them.
Chapter 4: Offensive Warfare
In this chapter, the author discusses the importance of being practical and being ready all time so that when there is an attack you should be active. He suggests that one who wants to take a risk should o for it instead of waiting for the opposite team to take the first move.
Chapter 5: Defensive Warfare (II)
The fifth chapter explores the art of deception in defensive warfare. Greene suggests that one can use deception to lure the enemy into a trap or to create the illusion of weakness, which can then be used to launch a counter-attack.
Chapter 6: Unconventional (Dirty) Warfare
This chapter, Greene discusses the use of unconventional tactics and strategies in war, such as guerrilla warfare and sabotage. He argues that these tactics can be effective in situations where a confrontation is not possible or practical.
Chapter 7: The (Perfect) Plan
The seventh chapter explores the importance of being prepared and having a plan beforehand. He suggests that one must include a detailed and wise plan already, but also have to have adaptability to the situation because there is a chance of a different situation happening.
Chapter 8: Battle (Communication) Strategies
In this chapter, Greene discusses the significance of communication and also to use of propaganda during the war. He suggests that there should be people who have to control the account and power of public opinion to increase the upper hand in a conflict.
Chapter 9: Strategic (Master) Offensive
The ninth chapter explores the concept of the strategic offensive, which is about maintaining the initiative and keeping the enemy on the defensive. Greene suggests that one must constantly be looking for ways to disrupt the enemy's plans and gain the upper hand.
Chapter 10: The (Warrior) Spirit
The last chapter talks about the meaning of the fighter spirit, which means to have courage, to have strength of mind, and flexibility to defeat obstacles and win. Greene suggests that one has to give sacrifices and bear hardship to achieve their goals.
In conclusion, this book is a comprehensive direction to timeless strategies and plans and their daily usage. The book provides practical advice on management, statement, preparation, and the art of trickery, among other topics.