The absolute legitimacy and authority of the ruler stem from his virtue and wisdom. In Asia, many historians compare the greatest emperor of China, Tang Taizong (598-649 AD), with great leaders in world history, such as Augustus, Genghis Khan, and Napoleon. His writings are considered an invaluable guide to leadership and administration. When he founded the Tang dynasty, Taizong was only twenty-eight years old, and his main achievements were the expansion of the Tang empire. He prevailed over the descendants of Attila, opened the Silk Road, and created a golden age of prosperity. He became the absolute ruler of a society in which women gained greater status and allowed Christianity and Islam to enter China for the first time. In this book, author Chinghua Tang presents discussions between Taizong and his gifted advisors, revealing key aspects of his leadership. How a leader should listen to other discussants who have different opinions. How to evaluate himself and his subordinates. How a leader can enhance organizational effectiveness to compete with his rivals. How to increase his power and influence without losing the respect of others. A valuable book that not only reveals the insights that have kept Taizong's legacy alive but also shows that this wisdom remains relevant in the modern world.