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HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of
best-loved, essential classics. Our life is what our thoughts make
it The extraordinary writings of Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180), the
only Roman emperor to have also been a stoic philosopher, have for
centuries been praised for their wisdom, insight and guidance by
leaders and great thinkers alike. Never intended for publication,
Meditations are the personal notes born from a man who studied his
unique position of power as emperor while trying to uphold inner
balance in the chaotic world around him. Boldly challenging many of
our biggest questions, Aurelius wrestles with the divided self,
considering the complexities of human nature, rationality and moral
virtue, affirming its place as one of the most timeless,
significant works of philosophy to date.
HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of
best-loved, essential classics. Our life is what our thoughts make
it The extraordinary writings of Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180), the
only Roman emperor to have also been a stoic philosopher, have for
centuries been praised for their wisdom, insight and guidance by
leaders and great thinkers alike. Never intended for publication,
Meditations are the personal notes born from a man who studied his
unique position of power as emperor while trying to uphold inner
balance in the chaotic world around him. Boldly challenging many of
our biggest questions, Aurelius wrestles with the divided self,
considering the complexities of human nature, rationality and moral
virtue, affirming its place as one of the most timeless,
significant works of philosophy to date.
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus (121-180 CE) was the sixteenth emperor of
Rome-and the most powerful man in the world. Yet he was also an
intensely private person, with a rich interior life and one of the
wisest minds of his generation. He collected his thoughts in
notebooks that have come to be called his Meditations. Never
intended for publication, the work has proved an inexhaustible
source of wisdom and one of the most important Stoic texts of all
time. This annotated edition offers the definitive translation of
this classic and much beloved text, from world-renowned classics
expert Robin Waterfield. Illuminating one of the greatest works of
popular philosophy for new readers, it enriches the understanding
of even the most devoted Stoic.
How to live a better life. One of the most important books on Western philosophy - a powerful and inspirational guide for the complicated world of today
Few ancient works have been as influential as the MEDITATIONS of Marcus Aurelius. Filled with wisdom, practical guidance, and profound understanding of human behaviour, it remains one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever written. Marcus's insights and advice - on everything from living in the world to coping with adversity and interacting with others - have made the MEDITATIONS required reading for statesmen and philosophers alike, while generations of ordinary readers have responded to the straightforward intimacy of his style.
In Gregory Hays's translation Marcus's thoughts speak with a new immediacy. Never before have Marcus's insights been so directly and powerfully presented.
A deluxe special edition of the ancient classic written by the
Roman Emperor known as "The Philosopher" Meditations is a series of
personal journals written by Marcus Aurelius, Emperor of Rome from
169 to 180 AD. The last of the "Five Good Emperors," he was the
most powerful and influential man in the Western world at the time.
Marcus was one of the leaders of Stoicism, a philosophy of personal
ethics which sought resilience and virtue through personal action
and responsibility. Stoicism, viewed as a foundation of modern
self-help, has inspired many personal development and psychotherapy
approaches through to the present day. Meditations is perhaps the
most important source of our modern understanding of Stoic
philosophy. Its twelve books chronicle different stages of Marcus
Aurelius' life and ideas. Although he ruled during the Pax Romana,
the age of relative peace and stability throughout the empire, his
reign was marked by near-constant military conflict and a
devastating plague which killed upwards of five million people.
Aurelius' writings give modern readers an unprecedented look into
the "spiritual exercises" which helped him through his tumultuous
life and strengthened his patience, empathy, generosity,
self-knowledge and emotional health. The private reflections
recorded in the Meditations were never meant to be published,
rather they were a source for Marcus' own guidance and
self-improvement, and jotted down by campfires or in military tents
on the Roman front. The lessons, insights and perspectives
contained within this remarkable work are just as relevant today as
they were two millennia ago. This volume: Presents the timeless
wisdom of Emperor Marcus Aurelius and his Stoic philosophy, with
new research on his life and times Contains valuable insights on
topics such as resilience, moderation and emotional control
Discusses how to live "in agreement with nature" and abide by
strong ethical principles Part of the bestselling Capstone Classics
Series edited by Tom Butler-Bowdon, this attractive, high-quality
hardcover volume includes: An original Introduction by Marcus
Aurelius authority and Stoicism expert Donald Robertson, author of
How To Think Like A Roman Emperor. A modernised, up to date version
of the classic George Long translation. Meditations: The Philosophy
Classic is a volume which will occupy a prominent place in any
library for years to come.
Completely unabridged, with a new foreword written by Huffington
Post writer Carolyn Gregoire, this publication of Meditations is an
all-encompassing collection of Marcus Aurelius's works. "Do every
deed, speak every word, think every thought in the knowledge that
you may end your days any moment." "We have body, soul, and
intelligence. To the body belong the senses, to the soul the
passions, to the intelligence principles." "Think not as your
insulter judges or wishes you to judge: but see things as they
truly are." "To pursue impossibilities is madness; and it is
impossible that the wicked should not act in some such way as
this." "Order not your life as though you had ten thousand years to
live. Fate hangs over you. While you live, while yet you may, be
good." Meditations is a collection of twelve books written by Roman
Emperor Marcus Aurelius. This set of books was originally compiled
in the form of private journals. Marcus Aurelius used these notes
as personal guides to live by and to better himself as a ruler. He
compiled these journals during his time as emperor, and while they
were not intended for public consumption, there are valuable
lessons to be gleaned from his wisdom. The entries include his
views of stoicism-the Hellenistic philosophy devoid of "destructive
emotions" that could tamper with logic-and its practical use in
ruling and military tactics.
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus was the sixteenth emperor of Rome -- and
by far the most powerful and wealthy man in the world. Yet he was
also an intensely private person, with a rich interior life and
deep reservoirs of personal insight. He collected his thoughts in
notebooks, gems which have come to be called his Meditations. Never
intended for publication, the work survived his death and has
proved an inexhaustible source of wisdom and one of the most
important Stoic texts of all time. In often passionate language,
the entries range from essays to one-line aphorisms, and from
profundity to bitterness. Marcus wrote to console himself in the
face of the shortness of life, the shoddiness of the world, and the
challenges of being human. He asks the very same questions that
every thinking person must ask themselves today: Does the universe
have a moral purpose, and what is my role in it? What exactly is it
to be a good person, and how do I get there? Life is short: what
does that mean for me? How can I get to know myself better? Anyone
who is puzzled by such questions or searching for answers will
profit from this timeless book, which is both an important
historical document and a personal spiritual diary. This annotated
edition will be the definitive translation of this classic and
much-beloved text, with copious notes that will illuminate one of
the greatest works of popular philosophy for new readers and enrich
the understanding of even the most hardcore Stoic.
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A powerful and accessible translation of Marcus Aurelius's timeless
book on character, what it takes to be a good leader, and how to
live a fulfilling life. Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire at
its height, yet he remained untainted by the immense wealth and
absolute power that had corrupted many of his predecessors. He knew
the secret of how to live the good life amid trying and often
catastrophic circumstances, of how to find happiness and peace when
surrounded by misery and turmoil, and how to make the right
choices--even if they are more difficult--without regard for
self-interest. Offering a vivid and fresh translation of this
important piece of ancient literature, Meditations brings Marcus's
inspiring words to life and shows his wisdom to be as relevant
today as it was in the second century. This book speaks to the soul
of anyone who has ever faced adversity or believed in a better day.
A new translation, with an Introduction, by Gregory Hays
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus (a.d. 121-180) succeeded his adoptive
father as emperor of Rome in a.d. 161--and "Meditations" remains
one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever
written. With a profound understanding of human behavior, Marcus
provides insights, wisdom, and practical guidance on everything
from living in the world to coping with adversity to interacting
with others. Consequently, the "Meditations" have become required
reading for statesmen and philosophers alike, while generations of
ordinary readers have responded to the straightforward intimacy of
his style. In Gregory Hays's new translation--the first in a
generation--Marcus's thoughts speak with a new immediacy: never
before have they been so directly and powerfully presented.
Stirring reflections on the human condition from a warrior and
emperor provide a fascinating glimpse into the mind and personality
of a highly principled Roman of the 2nd century. Recognizing that
suffering is at the core of life, he counsels stoic detachment in
the face of inevitable pain, loss and death.
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Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have
transformed the way we see ourselves and each other. They have
inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have
enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched
lives and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the
great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas
shook civilization, and helped make us who we are.
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Stoicism is a philosophy, a worldview, and a transformational
practice. Throughout the centuries everyone from kings and
presidents to Silicone Valley entrepreneurs have drawn inspiration
and wisdom from Stoicism. The best way to learn about Stoic
philosophy is always to go back to the foundation-the original
texts, written by the great Stoic philosophers. Three writers form
the bedrock of Stoic thought: Marcus Aurelius, a Roman Emperor;
Seneca, a playwright and advisor; and Epictetus, a former slave
turned philosopher and teacher. Stoic Foundations combines the work
of these three pillars of Stoic thought into one essential volume,
including Marcus Aurelius's Meditations, selections from Seneca's
Letters from a Stoic, and Epictetus's Enchiridion. Though they were
written millennia ago, these texts have resonated with readers
across the centuries, offering powerful, clear guidance that
remains relevant and transformative in the modern day. Featuring an
insightful introduction from Massimo Pigliucci, author of How to Be
A Stoic, Stoic Foundations is essential reading for anyone
interested in exploring modern Stoicism and in reading the
luminaries of Stoic philosophy in their own words.
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'Their icy blasts are refreshing and restorative. They tell you the
worst. And having heard the worst, you feel less bad' Blake Morrison
Written in Greek by the only Roman emperor who was also a philosopher,
without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus
Aurelius offer a remarkable series of challenging spiritual reflections
and exercises developed as the emperor struggled to understand himself
and make sense of the universe. While the Meditations were composed to
provide personal consolation and encouragement, Marcus Aurelius also
created one of the greatest of all works of philosophy: a timeless
collection that has been consulted and admired by statesmen, thinkers
and readers throughout the centuries.
Translated with notes by MARTIN HAMMOND with an Introduction by DISKIN
CLAY
'Don't hope that events will turn out the way you want, welcome
events in whichever way they happen' How can we cope when life's
events seem beyond our control? These words of consolation and
inspiration from the three great Stoic philosophers - Epictetus,
Seneca and Marcus Aurelius - offer ancient wisdom on how to face
life's adversities and live well in the world. One of twenty new
books in the bestselling Penguin Great Ideas series. This new
selection showcases a diverse list of thinkers who have helped
shape our world today, from anarchists to stoics, feminists to
prophets, satirists to Zen Buddhists.
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Originally written only for his personal consumption, Marcus
Aurelius's Meditations has become a key text in the understanding
of Roman Stoic philosophy. This Penguin Classics edition is
translated with notes by Martin Hammond and an introduction by
Diskin Clay. Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor
without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus
Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections
and exercises developed as the leader struggled to understand
himself and make sense of the universe. Spanning from doubt and
despair to conviction and exaltation, they cover such diverse
topics as the question of virtue, human rationality, the nature of
the gods and Aurelius's own emotions. But while the Meditations
were composed to provide personal consolation, in developing his
beliefs Marcus also created one of the greatest of all works of
philosophy: a series of wise and practical aphorisms that have been
consulted and admired by statesmen, thinkers and ordinary readers
for almost two thousand years. Martin Hammond's new translation
fully expresses the intimacy and eloquence of the original work,
with detailed notes elucidating the text. This edition also
includes an introduction by Diskin Clay, exploring the nature and
development of the Meditations, a chronology, further reading and
full indexes. Marcus Aelius Aurelius Antoninus (121-80) was adopted
by the emperor Antoninus Pius and succeeded him in 161, (as joint
emperor with adoptive brother Lucius Verus). He ruled alone from
169, and spent much of his reign in putting down various
rebellions, and was a persecutor of Christians. His fame rest,
above all, on his Meditations, a series of reflections, strongly
influenced by Epictetus, which represent a Stoic outlook on life.
He was succeeded by his natural son, thus ending the period of the
adoptive emperors. If you enjoyed Meditations, you might like
Seneca's Letters from a Stoic, also available in Penguin Classics.
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'Do not act as if you had ten thousand years to live ... while you
have life in you, while you still can, make yourself good.' The
Meditations of Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180) is a private notebook
of philosophical reflections, written by a Roman emperor probably
on military campaign in Germany. In short, highly charged comments,
Marcus draws on Stoic philosophy to confront challenges that he
felt acutely, but which are also shared by all human beings - the
looming presence of death, making sense of one's social role and
projects, the moral significance of the universe. They bring us
closer to the personality of the emperor, who is often
disillusioned with his own status and with human activities in
general; they are both an historical document and a remarkable
spiritual diary. This translation by Robin Hard brings out the
eloquence and universality of Marcus' thoughts. The introduction
and notes by Christopher Gill place the Meditations firmly in the
ancient philosophical context. A selection of Marcus'
correspondence with his tutor Fronto broadens the picture of the
emperor as a person and thinker. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100
years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range
of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume
reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most
accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including
expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to
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