Name: Meditations (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)
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Author: Aurelius, Marcus ; Pigliucci, Massimo ; Long, George
ISBN: 9781959891475

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Meditations (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)

Type

Physical Book

Author

Introduction by

Translated by

Publisher

Language

English

Pages

132

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

22.9 x 15.2 x 0.8 cm

Weight

0.20 kg.

ISBN13

9781959891475

Synopsis "Meditations (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)"

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is one of the greatest philosophical works of all time. A collection of personal reflections written by Marcus Aurelius during his reign as one of Rome's greatest emperors, Meditations delves into topics that are as relevant today as they were more than two thousand years ago. Aurelius expresses his insights on the nature of virtue, the impermanence of existence, and the importance of mindfulness. He offers a Stoic's perspective on life, which emphasizes self-control, rationality, and acceptance of the world as it is. Stoicism teaches that while we cannot control external events, we can control our responses to them. With exceptional clarity and elegance Aurelius asserts that the cultivation of virtues such as wisdom, courage, justice, and moderation is the foundation of a richly meaningful and contented life. Simple, powerful, and persuasive, Meditations is essential reading for anyone interested in questions of happiness, leadership, and personal freedom. This Warbler Classics edition is based on the meticulous, time-honored translation by George Long and includes a succinct introduction to Stoicism and its practical application to daily life by Massimo Pigliucci as well as a biographical essay on the life of Marcus Aurelius.

Massimo Pigliucci

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Massimo Pigliucci, born in Monrovia, is an Italian writer who blends science and philosophy to bring clarity and meaning to contemporary life. With three PhDs and a career as a professor at the City College of New York, he has stood out for works such as How to Be a Stoic and The Character Forge, where he adapts classical stoicism to current challenges. He has been published in numerous outlets, including the New York Times and the Washington Post.

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