A comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about the principles of politics, statecraft, and warfare tactics. What makes a king powerful? What makes a kingdom undefeatable? What makes a government efficient? Kautilya's Arthashastra answers all these questions and explores much more in this beautiful deluxe edition. A timeless classic from one of the greatest thinkers and strategists! - An easy-to-understand translation of the ancient Sanskrit text - A treatise on politics, philosophy, and military strategy - Discover why we need laws for efficient governance - A peak into one of the best minds of the Indian subcontinent - Text that had a major influence on the making of the Indian empire