Sun Tzu is traditionally believed to have authored The Art of
War, an influential ancient Chinese
book on military strategy considered to be a prime example of Taoist thinking. Sun has had a significant impact on Chinese and Asian history and culture, both as an author of The Art of War and through
legend. During the 19th and 20th centuries, Sun's The Art of War grew in popularity and saw practical use in Western society, and his
work has continued to influence both Asian and Western culture and politics.