The Art of War by Sun Tzu

I Laying plans contd...

23,24.

If he is taking his ease, give him no rest. If his forces are united separate them.

Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected.

Notes by Zephyrist:

These two really continue along the same theme of keeping the enemy unsettled. They are fairly self explanatory.

At points Sun Tzu goes into detail making his writing almost 'Warfare for Dummies' whilst at other times his teachings require a bit more thought. It is the detail together with the self exploration that has meant these are still standard studies for military men today.

The differing styles also suggest that it may have been written and adapted over the centuries by more than one man.

Next week the conclusion of Section I - Laying plans.