Meditations by Marcus Aurelius (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius In one of the worlds most famous and influential books, Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius describes the Stoic precepts he used to cope with his life as a warrior and ruler of an empire. Beautiful hardcover edition of a specially modernized version of the classic George Long translation. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In one of the worlds most famous and influential books, Meditations, Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (AD 121–180) describes the stoic precepts he used to cope with his life as a warrior and ruler of an empire. Aurelius offers his reflections on the search for inner peace and ethical certainty in a chaotic world, and gives modern readers a practical and inspirational guide to the challenges of everyday life. Presented here in a specially modernised version of the classic George Long translation, this beautiful hardcover edition makes a perfect gift for all seekers. Back Cover One of the worlds most famous and influential books, Meditations, by the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180), incorporates the Stoic precepts he used to cope with his life as a warrior and administrator of an empire. Ascending to the imperial throne in AD 161, Aurelius found his reign beset by natural disasters and war. In response to these events, he set down a series of private reflections, outlining a philosophy of commitment to virtue above pleasure and tranquility above happiness. Presented here in a modernized version of the classic George Long translation, this beautiful hardcover edition makes a perfect gift for all seekers. This eloquent and moving work draws on and enriches the tradition of Stoicism, noting that serenity is to be achieved by incorporating in ones personal conduct the underlying orderliness and lawfulness of nature. In the face of inevitable pain, loss, and death--the suffering at the core of life--Aurelius counsels stoic detachment from the things that are beyond ones control, as well as a focus on ones own will and perception, offering readers a practical and inspirational guide to the challenges of everyday life. Wisdom from Marcus Aurelius "Such as are your habitual thoughts, such also will be the character of your mind." "Look within. Let neither the peculiar quality of anything nor its value escape you." "Receive wealth or prosperity without arrogance and be ready to let it go." "Revere that which is best in the universe; and this is that which makes use of all things and directs all things. And in like manner also revere that which is best in yourself." Author Biography Marcus Aurelius, the Emperor of Rome from AD 161 to 180, was one of the early proponents of Stoicism, which stressed the search for inner peace and ethical certainty. Born to a well-to-do family in AD 121, Marcus Aurelius Antoninus served in a variety of governmental posts while studying philosophy; he was especially drawn to the precepts of Stoicism, particularly its emphasis on the importance of virtuous conduct, reason and logic, and the attainment of inner peace through the pursuit of goals that are within ones power to achieve. Conflicts with German tribes, an outbreak of plague, and various challenges proved Marcus to be a competent leader. During a battle on the Danube, the Emperor drafted Meditations, originally titled "To Himself," to record his private reflections. He died at the military camp in AD 189, at the age of fifty-nine. Details ISBN0486848531 Author Marcus Aurelius Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 0486848531 ISBN-13 9780486848532 Format Hardcover DEWEY 188 Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Pages 160 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. AU Release Date 2021-12-31 NZ Release Date 2021-12-31 US Release Date 2021-12-31 Publication Date 2021-12-31 UK Release Date 2021-12-31 Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134231270;

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