A timeless masterpiece of governance, strategy, and political wisdom — Arthashastra by Kautilya (Chanakya) in the Fingerprint! Classics edition is one of the greatest books ever written on statecraft and leadership. Composed over two thousand years ago in ancient India, this extraordinary text offers powerful guidance on politics, economics, law, administration, diplomacy, military strategy, espionage, and public welfare.

Often compared to The Art of War by Sun Tzu, Arthashastra goes far beyond warfare — exploring how kings should govern ethically, manage finances, prevent corruption, handle foreign relations, and ensure their people’s prosperity. It covers everything from taxation systems and trade regulations to defense strategy and justice.

This Fingerprint! Classics edition presents the text in a modern, easy-to-read format, making Chanakya’s sharp political intelligence accessible to contemporary readers. The book provides insights still relevant to entrepreneurs, leaders, administrators, policymakers, and students of political science and history.

PUBLISHER: FINGER PRINT CLASSICS

BINDING: PAPER BACK

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

PAGES: 599