Book HackMeditationsBy Marcus Aurelius, George Long, William Kaufman
In a Nutshell
Meditations is a collection of 12 books written by Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius exploring the principles of Stoic philosophy, the concept of logic, and the art of self-discipline.
Favorite Quote
Put an end once and for all to this discussion of what a good man should be, and be one.
Marcus Aurelius
Introduction
Marcus Aurelius was renowned as one of the greatest Roman emperors for his just and stable reign. Today, the long-dead emperor is also remembered as one of history's great philosophers.
Consisting of 12 books, the Meditations are a series of personal writings addressed by the emperor to himself — they were likely never intended to be published.
Yet since its first publication in 1558, Aurelius' works have resonated with readers worldwide for their simple and direct maxims exploring the philosophy of Stoicism and stressing the importance of virtue, serenity, and self-discipline.
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