The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius (truepowerbooks Edition)

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The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius (truepowerbooks Edition) - Paperback

The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius (truepowerbooks Edition) - Paperback

by Marcus Aurelius
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by Marcus Aurelius (Author)

In the years 160-180 CE, the most powerful man on Earth, Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, wrote a series of private notes to himself recording his insights about what it takes to be a good ruler, a good person, and how to live life as well as possible.
These personal reflections have come to be known as "The Meditations" and survive today as the most enduring teachings of the Stoic philosophy.
The Emperor's unique position at the head of the Roman government and his love of knowledge over pleasure has made this one of the most important books ever written, the ideas have influenced countless leaders through the ages and now you too have the opportunity to learn from one of history's greatest minds:
"Do not act as if thou wert going to live ten thousand years. Death hangs over thee. While thou livest, while it is in thy power, be good." -Marcus Aurelius

True Power Books aims to provide a curated collection of history's most important writings in regards to the love of knowledge and personal growth presented clearly and without editorial additions, in the form of beautiful books worthy of display.
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Number of Pages: 88
Dimensions: 0.18 x 11 x 8.5 IN
Publication Date: December 28, 2016
ISBN9781541304789
Author Marcus Aurelius
PublisherCreatespace Independent Publishing Platform
GenrePhilosophy
FormatPaperback
PublishedDecember 2016
LanguageENG- English
Pages88
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Marcus Aurelius

Marcus Aelius Aurelius Antoninus (121-180 CE) was adopted by the emperor Antoninus Pius and succeeded him in 161, (as joint emperor with adoptive brother Lucius Verus). The last of the so-called Five Good Emperors, he ruled alone from 169. Presiding over a changing Rome, he spent much of his reign in putting down variou rebellions. Today, he is best-know for his Meditations, a series of reflections, strongly influenced by Epictetus, which cemented his place as one of the greatest Stoic Philosophers. He died in 180 and was succeed by his natural son, thus ending the period of the adoptive emperors. Diskin Clay is Professor Emeritus of Classical Studies at Duke University and has published widely in the area of Ancient Greek Philosophy. Martin Hammond was Head Master of Tonbridge School and has translated many works of classic literature, including Homer's Iliad for Penguin Classics.

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