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The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus - A new rendering based on the Foulis translation of 1742 - cover
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The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus - A new rendering based on the Foulis translation of 1742

Emperor of Rome Marcus Aurelius

Tradutor George W. Chrystal

Editora: DigiCat

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In "The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus", readers are invited into the introspective mind of one of history's most revered rulers. Written in Greek, this work is not a formal treatise but rather a series of personal reflections and philosophical musings. It embodies Stoicism, a philosophy that advocates resilience and virtue, emphasizing the importance of rationality and self-discipline in the face of life's challenges. Each entry is a glimpse into Marcus's continual struggle with the moral and ethical dilemmas of leadership, offering profound insights that transcend time, as his thoughts reveal a tapestry of insights on duty, humility, and the nature of human existence within the broader cosmos of interconnection and fate. Marcus Aurelius, a Stoic philosopher, ruled as Emperor from 161 to 180 AD and is often regarded as the last of the
Disponível desde: 28/05/2022.
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