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The Klingon Art of War
Passed down from the time of Kahless, ten precepts have shaped Klingon culture andindoctrinated Klingons in the Way of the Warrior. With this new translation, people from all walks of life—and all worlds—can harness the ancient Klingon wisdom and learn to embody courage, discipline, and honor.• Choose your enemies well.• Strike quickly or strike not.• Always face your enemy.• Seek adversity.• Reveal your true self in combat.• Destroy weakness.• Leave nothing until tomorrow.• Choose death over chains.• Die standing up.• Guard honor above all.
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First published May 6, 2014
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July 7, 2021
I've been on something of a Star Trek kick. So, after learning a bit about the Vulcans I was checking out the local comic book store and found this rather nice HC book. I am glad I picked it up to add to my collection of strange sci-fi "lore" books.
The title gives away the premise of this interesting work. Ostensibly these are the distilled the thoughts and principles that the famous mythic Klingon, Kahless. This book was supposed to serve as the basic code of honor that rules the Klingon Empire.
Well illustrated and full of fascinating Klingon lore, there are ten such Precepts of War. Each Precept is explained with an illustrated page and the Dictum in question, such as "Choose Your Enemies Well" (First Dictum) will then be explained as Khaless would have distilled the concept and then is followed by several historical examples of Klingons who have met such requirements as espoused by the various Dictums. This historical section is written by the K'Ratak who is a scholar of Khaless.
If you are a Star Trek fan and, most especially, if you are a fan of the Klingons- then you will enjoy this well put together volume filled with the Lore of their Art of War. Along the way you will also learn about some Klingon history that charts their development throughout the various eras.
A very cool addition to any Star Trek fan's collection.
The title gives away the premise of this interesting work. Ostensibly these are the distilled the thoughts and principles that the famous mythic Klingon, Kahless. This book was supposed to serve as the basic code of honor that rules the Klingon Empire.
Well illustrated and full of fascinating Klingon lore, there are ten such Precepts of War. Each Precept is explained with an illustrated page and the Dictum in question, such as "Choose Your Enemies Well" (First Dictum) will then be explained as Khaless would have distilled the concept and then is followed by several historical examples of Klingons who have met such requirements as espoused by the various Dictums. This historical section is written by the K'Ratak who is a scholar of Khaless.
If you are a Star Trek fan and, most especially, if you are a fan of the Klingons- then you will enjoy this well put together volume filled with the Lore of their Art of War. Along the way you will also learn about some Klingon history that charts their development throughout the various eras.
A very cool addition to any Star Trek fan's collection.
June 19, 2022
Though some of the details have been rendered anachronistic by stories on Star Trek: Discovery, this is an excellent book. The precepts themselves should be required reading for anyone writing about the Klingon warrior caste. It’s also a really fun read that ties together many bits of Klingon history and myth that have been hinted at before.
June 22, 2015
Stuff I Read - The Klingon Art of War by Keith R.A. DeCandido Review
I got this book as something of a joke. It was on sale and I saw it and just sort of had to. As a big Star Trek fan it was just too tempting to pass by. I might be something of a sucker for "non-fiction" books from fictional settings, and especially from Star Trek. And this does not disappoint. For those wanting some further background on everyone's favorite forehead-ridged aliens, this book is a valuable resource. For those wanting a bit more of an insight into the mind of a warrior people through an examination of one of their Holy texts, this is a fascinating study. And for those wanting a fun excuse to chuckle at all the Star Trek jokes and Easter eggs, this is a fun and rather hilarious read.
That it can be read on so many different levels almost seems strange to me. Because, really, this is a Star Trek tie-in book where a fictional Klingon scholar interprets an equally fictional Klingon text using fictional Klingon history to elucidate his points. And yet because Star Trek is such a fully realized setting, none of this seems odd at all. Fans who have watched and read Star Trek will recognize instantly the various aspects of Klingon life, will see the references to episodes or books, will be treated to some events being expanded from their original throw-away lines. All the while there is an understanding that Klingon history is not always literal, for all Klingon's value honesty, there is a slight Cardassian implication to the Kahless elements at least that the truth of the story is more in the teachings and less in the historical fact.
And that's also just pretty great. I kind of want more of these now, written not only for Klingons but for Vulcans and for Romulans and for Cardassians. To see the texts that most shape them. I feel that, for the Federation, that document would be the Charter (not the Bible), which in my mind would look a bit more like the Declaration of Independence (anyone else remember that rather bad episode of the original series where the Constitution was a sacred text on some world?). It's more the philosophy of the people, as this is the philosophy of the Klingons. And it works quite well. You can really see how this could basically be given to any actor looking to play a Klingon, any writer looking to dabble in Klingons. This is a resource, both in the fictional way it strives to be and in a real sense for fans of the material.
It's clear, at last, that a lot of love went into this book. And it's certainly a lot of fun. Mostly, though, the book is something that further reveals the Klingon mindset, the Klingon way of life. It does not really draw many of those lessons out, though I suppose there is a sense where this could act as a sort of how-to guide for starting your Klingon way of life. Sort of like how some people take Buddhism or things like that in an effort to be more Spiritual. There are some obvious problems with that (as embracing your inner Klingon is in no ways a good idea). I mean, metaphorically some of the teachings might seem all right, but they are so vague as to be unhelpful. More, the book seems to be written to be light and fun while borrowing some of the tone and structure of a self-help book to be funny and lighthearted.
And it succeeds. It's not the deepest of reads, but there is a surprising amount to wade through, to enjoy. I did quite enjoy getting to learn a bit more about the history of the Klingons, and hearing the various parables that exemplify the Klingon tenants. It's a fun book, for fans of Star Trek a must-read, but for everyone else probably something that won't do a whole lot. Indeed. A 7.5/10 for me.
I got this book as something of a joke. It was on sale and I saw it and just sort of had to. As a big Star Trek fan it was just too tempting to pass by. I might be something of a sucker for "non-fiction" books from fictional settings, and especially from Star Trek. And this does not disappoint. For those wanting some further background on everyone's favorite forehead-ridged aliens, this book is a valuable resource. For those wanting a bit more of an insight into the mind of a warrior people through an examination of one of their Holy texts, this is a fascinating study. And for those wanting a fun excuse to chuckle at all the Star Trek jokes and Easter eggs, this is a fun and rather hilarious read.
That it can be read on so many different levels almost seems strange to me. Because, really, this is a Star Trek tie-in book where a fictional Klingon scholar interprets an equally fictional Klingon text using fictional Klingon history to elucidate his points. And yet because Star Trek is such a fully realized setting, none of this seems odd at all. Fans who have watched and read Star Trek will recognize instantly the various aspects of Klingon life, will see the references to episodes or books, will be treated to some events being expanded from their original throw-away lines. All the while there is an understanding that Klingon history is not always literal, for all Klingon's value honesty, there is a slight Cardassian implication to the Kahless elements at least that the truth of the story is more in the teachings and less in the historical fact.
And that's also just pretty great. I kind of want more of these now, written not only for Klingons but for Vulcans and for Romulans and for Cardassians. To see the texts that most shape them. I feel that, for the Federation, that document would be the Charter (not the Bible), which in my mind would look a bit more like the Declaration of Independence (anyone else remember that rather bad episode of the original series where the Constitution was a sacred text on some world?). It's more the philosophy of the people, as this is the philosophy of the Klingons. And it works quite well. You can really see how this could basically be given to any actor looking to play a Klingon, any writer looking to dabble in Klingons. This is a resource, both in the fictional way it strives to be and in a real sense for fans of the material.
It's clear, at last, that a lot of love went into this book. And it's certainly a lot of fun. Mostly, though, the book is something that further reveals the Klingon mindset, the Klingon way of life. It does not really draw many of those lessons out, though I suppose there is a sense where this could act as a sort of how-to guide for starting your Klingon way of life. Sort of like how some people take Buddhism or things like that in an effort to be more Spiritual. There are some obvious problems with that (as embracing your inner Klingon is in no ways a good idea). I mean, metaphorically some of the teachings might seem all right, but they are so vague as to be unhelpful. More, the book seems to be written to be light and fun while borrowing some of the tone and structure of a self-help book to be funny and lighthearted.
And it succeeds. It's not the deepest of reads, but there is a surprising amount to wade through, to enjoy. I did quite enjoy getting to learn a bit more about the history of the Klingons, and hearing the various parables that exemplify the Klingon tenants. It's a fun book, for fans of Star Trek a must-read, but for everyone else probably something that won't do a whole lot. Indeed. A 7.5/10 for me.
May 9, 2014
Required disclaimer: I did receive notice they I will be receiving a hard copy of the book as part of the "first reads" program. My review is not affected by this prize.
I absolutely enjoyed KRAD's twist on the standard "leadership self-help book" by making it a translation and commentary on an ancient Klingon text. Being a Star-Trek fan assists the reader in understanding the various "in-universe" references.
All of the advises given can be applied to 21st century life, but sometimes taking the metaphorical approach is required ("Die Standing Up", for example, can only be applied once)
All in all, this was a very enjoyable 2 days read, and well worth an $11 e-book.
Thus ends my frost Good Reads review. May the reader die well.
I absolutely enjoyed KRAD's twist on the standard "leadership self-help book" by making it a translation and commentary on an ancient Klingon text. Being a Star-Trek fan assists the reader in understanding the various "in-universe" references.
All of the advises given can be applied to 21st century life, but sometimes taking the metaphorical approach is required ("Die Standing Up", for example, can only be applied once)
All in all, this was a very enjoyable 2 days read, and well worth an $11 e-book.
Thus ends my frost Good Reads review. May the reader die well.
January 15, 2016
If you're a Star Trek fan, this book is for you. The 10 precepts are nice, but even better, is the background information on them. A lot of this information is from the various episodes and I found it enjoyable to read through things that I had remembered seeing. It might be time to do some serious binge watching of Star Trek again. There are also a lot of great quotes in the book.
For the record, here are the precepts:
Choose your enemies well.
Strike quickly or strike not.
Always face your enemy.
Seek adversity.
Reveal your true self in combat.
Destroy weakness.
Leave nothing until tomorrow.
Choose death over chains.
Die standing up.
Guard honor above all.
For the record, here are the precepts:
Choose your enemies well.
Strike quickly or strike not.
Always face your enemy.
Seek adversity.
Reveal your true self in combat.
Destroy weakness.
Leave nothing until tomorrow.
Choose death over chains.
Die standing up.
Guard honor above all.
July 10, 2017
Bookworm Speaks!
The Klingon Art of War
by Keith R. A. DeCandido
****
Acquired: Half-Price Books
Series: Star Trek: The Next Generation
Hardcover: 160 Pages
Publisher: Pocket Books/Star Trek (May 6, 2014)
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
****
The Story: Passed down from the time of Kahless, ten precepts have shaped Klingon culture andindoctrinated Klingons in the Way of the Warrior. With this new translation, people from all walks of life—and all worlds—can harness the ancient Klingon wisdom and learn to embody courage, discipline, and honor.
The Review: This book makes the Klingons feel real. It adds a lot of depth to their history and society that should please both Trekkies and common fans alike. The book actually references certain aspects of Klingon society that really appear in the television universe such as Klingon writers(!), janitors and others. The Klingons, by intention or not, have become the archetype for the “violent thug” alien or fantasy race that crops up in the field of Speculative Fiction. This book breaks that trope very well, showcasing the Klingons as undoubtably a warrior race but one with a proud tradition, code of honor, and history.
What also aids the book in the reference department is how it alludes to events in the television show and actually puts a little depth into the events mentioned in some cases. This is special to Bookworm, while he has not read particularly many Star Trek novels, most of the ones he has read tend to be stand-alone stories or simply novelizations of episodes. He has on the other hand watched many of episodes multiple times. In particular Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, which is referenced multiple times throughout the text. This goes back to the previous perk of making this book feel real, in that it is connected to a larger universe.
This all well and good, deep lore is always fun to read. This book goes further than simple lore, the text can honestly connect with the reader on many levels. In the context of the tales of ancient Qo’nos are timeless lessons of honor, strength, courage, and overcoming adversity. The book takes time to emphasize that in spite of the warrior culture taking emphasis, such virtues can be applied to any profession. The book even goes so far as to mention that a Klingon janitor uses these principles in his daily work. Although, to Bookworm the fact that a writer is expressly mentioned gives him enormous comfort and makes this book relatable on a very personal level.
There is very little that can be called a flaw with this book. The biggest one that Bookworm can really think of is that the cover seems a little boring, if not anticlimactic. Considering it is an in-universe story about one of the most famous races in all of science-fiction, one would think that the cover would be a bit more epic than the utilitarian style one we got. Still, the old saying about judging covers applies here in spades. It is merely a criticism that Bookworm thought worthy of mention.
Final Verdict: Many comparisons have been made between the Klingon Art of War and Sun Tzu’s the Art of War. If that is to be the case then Bookworm will have to give Sun Tzu a read in the near future. In spite of its geeky origins, this is a surprisingly mature book that can offer insight that anyone struggling on the path of life can relate too and utilize on their path.
It sure taught Bookworm a few things.
Five Bat’leths out of Five
thecultureworm.blogspot.com
The Klingon Art of War
by Keith R. A. DeCandido
****
Acquired: Half-Price Books
Series: Star Trek: The Next Generation
Hardcover: 160 Pages
Publisher: Pocket Books/Star Trek (May 6, 2014)
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
****
The Story: Passed down from the time of Kahless, ten precepts have shaped Klingon culture andindoctrinated Klingons in the Way of the Warrior. With this new translation, people from all walks of life—and all worlds—can harness the ancient Klingon wisdom and learn to embody courage, discipline, and honor.
The Review: This book makes the Klingons feel real. It adds a lot of depth to their history and society that should please both Trekkies and common fans alike. The book actually references certain aspects of Klingon society that really appear in the television universe such as Klingon writers(!), janitors and others. The Klingons, by intention or not, have become the archetype for the “violent thug” alien or fantasy race that crops up in the field of Speculative Fiction. This book breaks that trope very well, showcasing the Klingons as undoubtably a warrior race but one with a proud tradition, code of honor, and history.
What also aids the book in the reference department is how it alludes to events in the television show and actually puts a little depth into the events mentioned in some cases. This is special to Bookworm, while he has not read particularly many Star Trek novels, most of the ones he has read tend to be stand-alone stories or simply novelizations of episodes. He has on the other hand watched many of episodes multiple times. In particular Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, which is referenced multiple times throughout the text. This goes back to the previous perk of making this book feel real, in that it is connected to a larger universe.
This all well and good, deep lore is always fun to read. This book goes further than simple lore, the text can honestly connect with the reader on many levels. In the context of the tales of ancient Qo’nos are timeless lessons of honor, strength, courage, and overcoming adversity. The book takes time to emphasize that in spite of the warrior culture taking emphasis, such virtues can be applied to any profession. The book even goes so far as to mention that a Klingon janitor uses these principles in his daily work. Although, to Bookworm the fact that a writer is expressly mentioned gives him enormous comfort and makes this book relatable on a very personal level.
There is very little that can be called a flaw with this book. The biggest one that Bookworm can really think of is that the cover seems a little boring, if not anticlimactic. Considering it is an in-universe story about one of the most famous races in all of science-fiction, one would think that the cover would be a bit more epic than the utilitarian style one we got. Still, the old saying about judging covers applies here in spades. It is merely a criticism that Bookworm thought worthy of mention.
Final Verdict: Many comparisons have been made between the Klingon Art of War and Sun Tzu’s the Art of War. If that is to be the case then Bookworm will have to give Sun Tzu a read in the near future. In spite of its geeky origins, this is a surprisingly mature book that can offer insight that anyone struggling on the path of life can relate too and utilize on their path.
It sure taught Bookworm a few things.
Five Bat’leths out of Five
thecultureworm.blogspot.com
May 5, 2017
This is a great book for both the hard-core Star Trek fan and the casual fan alike. It's one part immersion into a beloved fictional universe, and one part real-world self-help book. It made me think, and it made me glad to be a nerd. Any bookwyrm knows that reading books can make you a better person if you choose to learn from them, and this book brings that even more to life without seeming to over-stretch itself. It gives real-world advice in a Klingon context without even breaking a sweat.
P.S. - To all those parents out there who are having a hard time getting their adult children out of the house (or perhaps even out of the dimly-lit, smelly room), may I suggest a copy of this book as a birthday/Christmas present?
P.S. - To all those parents out there who are having a hard time getting their adult children out of the house (or perhaps even out of the dimly-lit, smelly room), may I suggest a copy of this book as a birthday/Christmas present?
February 18, 2022
"Die klingonische Kunst des Krieges" beschreibt die zehn Grundsätze aus der Zeit des Kahless. Uralte klingonische Weisheiten erschließen sich nun auch für Nicht-Klingonen.
Da ich großer Star Trek Fan bin uns vorallem seit Discovery mehr über die Kultur der Klingonen erfahren möchte, ist das Buch einTraum für mich.
An sich ist das Buch sehr gut recherchiert und voll mit Hintergrundwissen. Der Schreibstil ist aber so epochal aufgeladen (und ja, natürlich passt das auch zur Präsentationsweise des Buches), dass es nicht angenehm zu lesen ist und man relativ schnell das Interesse verliert.
Für jeden Fan ist das Buch eine nette Ergänzung der Star Trek Sammlung, als literarisches Meisterwerk würde ich es jedoch eher nicht bezeichnen.
Da ich großer Star Trek Fan bin uns vorallem seit Discovery mehr über die Kultur der Klingonen erfahren möchte, ist das Buch einTraum für mich.
An sich ist das Buch sehr gut recherchiert und voll mit Hintergrundwissen. Der Schreibstil ist aber so epochal aufgeladen (und ja, natürlich passt das auch zur Präsentationsweise des Buches), dass es nicht angenehm zu lesen ist und man relativ schnell das Interesse verliert.
Für jeden Fan ist das Buch eine nette Ergänzung der Star Trek Sammlung, als literarisches Meisterwerk würde ich es jedoch eher nicht bezeichnen.
June 25, 2019
I really enjoyed reading this book about Klingon's and their culture. It's really cool to see the background of such wonderful characters on Star Trek.
July 13, 2019
It works out to basically the art of war through the lens of the Vikings, it makes so much sense.
March 4, 2017
Well that happened...
I grabbed this at the library, fully expecting a joke on the Art of War, Klingon style. By Kahless, was I wrong!
This book is straight philosophy that can be applied to your everyday life. It is as much about the history of an amazing universe as it is about truth and honor.
This book is deep. So very deep.
The only thing I can say is don't read this because you are a fan of Star Trek. Read this because you want to better your self. You will thank me for it.
I grabbed this at the library, fully expecting a joke on the Art of War, Klingon style. By Kahless, was I wrong!
This book is straight philosophy that can be applied to your everyday life. It is as much about the history of an amazing universe as it is about truth and honor.
This book is deep. So very deep.
The only thing I can say is don't read this because you are a fan of Star Trek. Read this because you want to better your self. You will thank me for it.
January 1, 2023
Interesting read
July 5, 2014
I went into this book with the wrong mindset. I've read Sun Tzu's The Art of War and Musashi's Book of Five Rings, and I knew this was meant to be like those books - but with Klingons! What my brain didn't piece together until a short way into the book is that this meant except for the modern commentary portions, the tales would be told of Klingons in the time of Kahless, with characters and places that I either haven't encountered, or last read about over a decade ago in Michael Jan Friedman's Kahless. The narration picks short episodes from Kahless's life to illustrate the 10 principles of this tome. The bare-bones descriptions of these characters in the stories made it hard for me to grab onto these parables. Then it hit me - these are parables, focus on the message, not the names and places. This improved my enjoyment of the book. It may eventually find its way onto my shelf next to other books on Klingons when a completionist bug grabs me, but I'm glad I borrowed it from the library.
August 2, 2014
I received this book as part of the Goodreads First Reads giveaway, but was in a car accident shortly after otherwise this book would have been read and reviewed much sooner.
This was a great book to read because it really explains why Klingons act the way they do. Honor is everything. There were great retellings of stories from various books and episodes of Star Trek. Most of them I knew but there were a few I didn't remember ever reading. I like the way each story is a great example of how each precept is important for Klingons. It should make the reader understand the behaviour of Klingons better and that they aren't just a bloodthirsty violent species.
After reading this book it makes me think maybe I am more Klingon then I thought since they are the species I most relate to in Star Trek.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of Star Trek and even a few who aren't.
This was a great book to read because it really explains why Klingons act the way they do. Honor is everything. There were great retellings of stories from various books and episodes of Star Trek. Most of them I knew but there were a few I didn't remember ever reading. I like the way each story is a great example of how each precept is important for Klingons. It should make the reader understand the behaviour of Klingons better and that they aren't just a bloodthirsty violent species.
After reading this book it makes me think maybe I am more Klingon then I thought since they are the species I most relate to in Star Trek.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of Star Trek and even a few who aren't.
March 30, 2015
Today is a good day to [read]!
The Klingon Art of War is more like "The 10 Habits of Highly Successful Klingons". Each of 10 precepts is a simple truism, a dictum explaining it, and then several stories and observations by the Klingon writer.
I loved the author's explanation that these things can apply to everyone not just a noble warrior holding off a horde of enemies on a forbidding mountain pass. These precepts are for everyone and a nice reminder that not every Klingon is ready to leave their job and pick up a bat'leth.
The book is a tight 160 pages, with beautiful art for each precept and a great hardcover I originally bought it for the look on my shelf and was then impressed further by the content. It never slows and it's combination of self-help and short stories never bore you and will encourage you to keep the pages turning.
Qapla'!
The Klingon Art of War is more like "The 10 Habits of Highly Successful Klingons". Each of 10 precepts is a simple truism, a dictum explaining it, and then several stories and observations by the Klingon writer.
I loved the author's explanation that these things can apply to everyone not just a noble warrior holding off a horde of enemies on a forbidding mountain pass. These precepts are for everyone and a nice reminder that not every Klingon is ready to leave their job and pick up a bat'leth.
The book is a tight 160 pages, with beautiful art for each precept and a great hardcover I originally bought it for the look on my shelf and was then impressed further by the content. It never slows and it's combination of self-help and short stories never bore you and will encourage you to keep the pages turning.
Qapla'!
April 13, 2015
I really enjoyed reading this book. It gave me a better understanding of the Klingon culture. I enjoyed reading about their legendary warrior Kalahs.
The appex of the book was just as informative as the rest of the book. I got to understand the Klingons a lot better then what I did just from watching the show and movies. Klingons are warriors all the way through. They live by a certain code and they also die by that same code.
I would describe the Klingons a mix between Vikings and Barbarians. This book really gave you insight into their culture and their way of life. It was a good book and I would recommend it to any Trekkie out there.
The appex of the book was just as informative as the rest of the book. I got to understand the Klingons a lot better then what I did just from watching the show and movies. Klingons are warriors all the way through. They live by a certain code and they also die by that same code.
I would describe the Klingons a mix between Vikings and Barbarians. This book really gave you insight into their culture and their way of life. It was a good book and I would recommend it to any Trekkie out there.
June 15, 2014
I won this book in a First-Reads giveaway.
It was an enjoyable read. There are ten sections, each with a precept, illustration, explanation through stories, and a commentary. There are also a few appendices. I read one section per night to make it last longer. If there is one complaint I have it is that the book is too short.
I liked the way that the author referenced characters and events that I recognized from the show as well as ones that I wasn't familiar with.
One of my favorite sections was the appendix which covered the various bladed weapons used by the Klingons.
If you appreciate Klingon culture, you should enjoy The Klingon Art of War.
It was an enjoyable read. There are ten sections, each with a precept, illustration, explanation through stories, and a commentary. There are also a few appendices. I read one section per night to make it last longer. If there is one complaint I have it is that the book is too short.
I liked the way that the author referenced characters and events that I recognized from the show as well as ones that I wasn't familiar with.
One of my favorite sections was the appendix which covered the various bladed weapons used by the Klingons.
If you appreciate Klingon culture, you should enjoy The Klingon Art of War.
January 23, 2015
Very useful tips. If you're familiar with the Art of War and/or the 48 Laws of Power this will make more sense to you.
If you're a Star Trek fan, you'll get the references and know who the names are. If not, they shouldn't bother you too much, but you won't understand the stories as well as a fan would.
I did feel that one story to get the point across would have been sufficient as opposed to the 3 or 4 that were included in every chapter. Nonetheless it's informative and entertaining.
If you're a Star Trek fan, you'll get the references and know who the names are. If not, they shouldn't bother you too much, but you won't understand the stories as well as a fan would.
I did feel that one story to get the point across would have been sufficient as opposed to the 3 or 4 that were included in every chapter. Nonetheless it's informative and entertaining.
August 12, 2014
I won this book in a First-Reads giveaway.
Very well done, enjoyed it thoroughly! Each of the 10 Precepts comes with tales from Klingon oral history that exemplify each in turn, as well as the qeS'a author's own commentary. And as other's have commented, each can indeed be prescribed to human life in general (metaphorically, if not also literally, speaking).
Very well done, enjoyed it thoroughly! Each of the 10 Precepts comes with tales from Klingon oral history that exemplify each in turn, as well as the qeS'a author's own commentary. And as other's have commented, each can indeed be prescribed to human life in general (metaphorically, if not also literally, speaking).
November 28, 2016
As with any standard text on warfare, this text's aphorisms and commentary can be clearly applicable to every day life from the common intellectual in his pursuits, to the businessman going for the goal, or the warrior in battle. As with its Chinese namesake, upon which this text is primarily modeled, it makes for a most recommended read.
April 8, 2016
Well, my 1st though when I got this book was that I'm a bigger Treky than I though. I haven't finished it yet, but it appears to be well written and there it a lot of Klingon mixed in, with translations. I believe Trekies will fine it a good read and worth the time.
May 20, 2014
I won this book as a first reads on goodreads. First off it is a very well bound book with thick pages, nice type, good drawings. I will give this a christmas gift. You should be a Star Trek/Klingon fan to fully appreciate it.
September 8, 2014
The art work at the beginning of each chapter is very well done, and perfectly fitting for this book. The style and layout is fun to read, and I recommend The Klingon Art of War for any fan of Trek and the Klingons!
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January 6, 2015
This is a book that I'm not sure if I should put that I've read it, or that I constantly reference it. It's a great look into the Klingon culture and the aspects that guide them into honorable lives as well as battle and lives of a warrior.
April 2, 2015
A must read for every Klingon and the more Terranes that read it the better. Each chapter is short and powerful with the ancient teachings of Kahless explained and illuminated thru both traditional and modern examples.
This book is the truth you need to cut thru the crap in your life.
This book is the truth you need to cut thru the crap in your life.
September 11, 2014
Fun and very thought provoking. Enjoyed it thoroughly.
June 25, 2015
Awesome book! All of the precepts, like the Chinese Art of War, are applicable to all fields. Highly recommend.
June 11, 2015
Besprechung folgt !
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