Meditations

Цена: 25.90лв. €13.24

Код:

13196
Тегло:

0.170 кг

The "Meditations" are a set of personal reflections by Marcus Aurelius. He writes about the vicissitudes of his own life and explores how to live wisely and virtuously in an unpredictable world.

Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is translated by A. S. L. Farquharson and features an introduction by John Sellars.

Marcus Aurelius was a follower of the Stoic tradition of philosophy, and one of its finest advocates, both in the clarity of his writing and in the uprightness of his life. The aphorisms show how for him, as perhaps for us all, the answer to life lies in keeping a calm and rational mind, and in refusing to be cast down or alarmed by things over which we have no control.

Meditations is a profound collection of personal insights and philosophical reflections by Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor and a leading figure in Stoic philosophy. Written as a private journal, this work reveals his inner struggles, ethical principles, and quest for wisdom amid the challenges of ruling an empire and facing the uncertainties of life.

Through concise aphorisms and thoughtful meditations, Aurelius emphasizes the importance of maintaining a calm and disciplined mind, cultivating virtue, and accepting events beyond one’s control with serenity. His reflections encourage readers to focus on self-improvement, rationality, and moral integrity as guiding principles for navigating a complex and unpredictable world.

This timeless work offers readers a unique glimpse into the mind of a philosopher-king who sought to live according to reason and nature’s law, providing practical guidance on how to endure hardship with dignity and find peace through mindful awareness.

Meditations remains an essential classic for anyone interested in philosophy, personal growth, and the enduring wisdom of the Stoic tradition.

Автор:

Marcus Aurelius
Издателство:

Collector's Library
ISBN:

9781529015027
Година:

2020
Страници:

196
Корици:

твърди
Състояние:

отлично