（汉）黄石公著；张坤校译

About the Author

Huang Shigong, a legendary figure from ancient China attributed with the authorship of the profound military treatise 'Su Shu' (The Book of Purity and Simplicity), is shrouded in historical mystery, often linked to the strategic wisdom that shaped empires during the Warring States period. His teachings, preserved and elucidated through the scholarly efforts of modern editor and translator Zhang Kun, emphasize the subtle arts of governance, strategy, and self-cultivation, influencing luminaries such as the astute detective Di Renjie, who reportedly felt a chill upon its study; the cunning strategist Zhang Liang, who leveraged its insights to forge a dominant legacy; and the formidable Empress Wu Zetian, who sought to suppress its circulation to safeguard her rule. In the revised second edition of 'Su Shu Quan Ji,' Zhang Kun's meticulous annotations bridge ancient philosophy with contemporary understanding, making this timeless wisdom accessible to readers navigating modern complexities of power and ethics.