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Letters on Ethics

par Lucius Annaeus Seneca ...

Traduit par Margaret Graver, A. A. Long ...

Collections series The Complete Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca
"An exceptionally accessible" new translation of "the lively and urgent writings of one of classical antiquity's most important ethicists" ( Choice).The Roman statesman and philosopher Seneca (4 BCE–65 CE) recorded his moral philosophy and reflections on life as a highly original kind of correspondence. Letters on Ethics includes vivid descriptions of town and country life in Nero's Italy, ... En savoir plus

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"An exceptionally accessible" new translation of "the lively and urgent writings of one of classical antiquity's most important ethicists" ( Choice).The Roman statesman and philosopher Seneca (4 BCE–65 CE) recorded his moral philosophy and reflections on life as a highly original kind of correspondence. Letters on Ethics includes vivid descriptions of town and country life in Nero's Italy,
... En savoir plus
Meditations

A New Translation

par Marcus Aurelius ...

Traduit par Gregory Hays ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Timeless insights into what it takes to lead a meaningful life—still profoundly relevant nearly two thousand years later.Now featuring a brand-new foreword from Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Obstacle Is the Way!“Meditations offers a glimpse into [Marcus Aurelius’s] mind, his habits, and his approach to life. . . . I think any reader would find ... En savoir plus

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Timeless insights into what it takes to lead a meaningful life—still profoundly relevant nearly two thousand years later.Now featuring a brand-new foreword from Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Obstacle Is the Way!“Meditations offers a glimpse into [Marcus Aurelius’s] mind, his habits, and his approach to life. . . . I think any reader would find
... En savoir plus
The Meaning of Masonry

The Deeper Symbolism of Freemasonry

par Walter Leslie Wilmshurst ...

Freemasonry has long been viewed as a fraternity of symbols, rituals, and traditions, yet beneath its surface lies a profound spiritual philosophy. In this collection of essays, Walter Leslie Wilmshurst explores the esoteric dimensions of Masonry, revealing its kinship with the timeless teachings of the ancient mysteries.He presents Masonry not merely as a social institution but as a path of inner ... En savoir plus

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Freemasonry has long been viewed as a fraternity of symbols, rituals, and traditions, yet beneath its surface lies a profound spiritual philosophy. In this collection of essays, Walter Leslie Wilmshurst explores the esoteric dimensions of Masonry, revealing its kinship with the timeless teachings of the ancient mysteries.He presents Masonry not merely as a social institution but as a path of inner
... En savoir plus
Aristotle's Art of Rhetoric

par Aristotle ...

Traduit par Robert C. Bartlett ...

A "singularly accurate, readable, and elegant translation [of] this much-neglected foundational text of political philosophy" (Peter Ahrensdorf, Davidson College).For more than two thousand years, Aristotle's "Art of Rhetoric" has shaped thought on the theory and practice of persuasive speech. In three sections, Aristotle defines three kinds of rhetoric (deliberative, judicial, and epideictic); ... En savoir plus

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A "singularly accurate, readable, and elegant translation [of] this much-neglected foundational text of political philosophy" (Peter Ahrensdorf, Davidson College).For more than two thousand years, Aristotle's "Art of Rhetoric" has shaped thought on the theory and practice of persuasive speech. In three sections, Aristotle defines three kinds of rhetoric (deliberative, judicial, and epideictic);
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The Art of the Interesting

What We Miss in Our Pursuit of the Good Life and How to Cultivate It

par Lorraine Besser, Ph.D ...

Philosopher and professor Dr. Lorraine Besser reveals the missing third piece in our search for the Good Life—what she calls The Interesting—and teaches us how to cultivate it in our lives.Traditionally, philosophers and psychologists have thought of the Good Life in terms of happiness or meaning, or some combination of both. But, if it’s really that simple, why aren’t more of us achieving that ... En savoir plus

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Philosopher and professor Dr. Lorraine Besser reveals the missing third piece in our search for the Good Life—what she calls The Interesting—and teaches us how to cultivate it in our lives.Traditionally, philosophers and psychologists have thought of the Good Life in terms of happiness or meaning, or some combination of both. But, if it’s really that simple, why aren’t more of us achieving that
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The Practicing Stoic

A Philosophical User's Manual

par Ward Farnsworth ...

“Farnsworth beautifully integrates his own observations with scores of quotations from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, Montaigne and others. This isn’t just a book to read—it’s a book to return to, a book that will provide perspective and consolation at times of heartbreak or calamity.”—The Washington PostSee more clearly, live more wisely, and bear the burdens of this life with greater ease ... En savoir plus

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“Farnsworth beautifully integrates his own observations with scores of quotations from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, Montaigne and others. This isn’t just a book to read—it’s a book to return to, a book that will provide perspective and consolation at times of heartbreak or calamity.”—The Washington PostSee more clearly, live more wisely, and bear the burdens of this life with greater ease
... En savoir plus
Pensées pour moi-même. Suivi de Manuel d'Epictète

par Marc Aurèle ...

Traduit par Mario Meunier ...

"On sent en soi-même un plaisir secret lorsqu’on parle de cet empereur ; on ne peut lire sa vie sans une espèce d’attendrissement ; tel est l’effet qu’elle produit qu’on a meilleure opinion de soi-même, parce qu’on a meilleure opinion des hommes." Montesquieu ... En savoir plus

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"On sent en soi-même un plaisir secret lorsqu’on parle de cet empereur ; on ne peut lire sa vie sans une espèce d’attendrissement ; tel est l’effet qu’elle produit qu’on a meilleure opinion de soi-même, parce qu’on a meilleure opinion des hommes." Montesquieu
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The Epictetus Collection

par Epictetus, Steppenwolf Press ...

Discover the enduring wisdom of Stoicism with The Epictetus Collection, a beautifully curated compilation of three foundational works: The Discourses, The Enchiridion, and Fragments. This essential volume from Steppenwolf Press offers readers a timeless guide to navigating life with resilience, clarity, and virtue.Epictetus, a former slave who rose to prominence as a profound philosopher, crafted ... En savoir plus

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Discover the enduring wisdom of Stoicism with The Epictetus Collection, a beautifully curated compilation of three foundational works: The Discourses, The Enchiridion, and Fragments. This essential volume from Steppenwolf Press offers readers a timeless guide to navigating life with resilience, clarity, and virtue.Epictetus, a former slave who rose to prominence as a profound philosopher, crafted
... En savoir plus
How to Know Everything

Ask better questions, get better answers

par Elke Wiss ...

Traduit par David Doherty ...

The international bestseller that will sharpen your mind, broaden your perspective and transform your relationships._____________________________________________________WHY ARE WE SO BAD AT ASKING GOOD QUESTIONS?In an increasingly polarized world, asking better questions in our daily and working lives is a radical shortcut to personal and professional success. It can create space for us to rethink ... En savoir plus

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The international bestseller that will sharpen your mind, broaden your perspective and transform your relationships._____________________________________________________WHY ARE WE SO BAD AT ASKING GOOD QUESTIONS?In an increasingly polarized world, asking better questions in our daily and working lives is a radical shortcut to personal and professional success. It can create space for us to rethink
... En savoir plus
The Columbia History of Western Philosophy

Modifié par Richard Popkin ...

Richard Popkin has assembled 63 leading scholars to forge a highly approachable chronological account of the development of Western philosophical traditions. From Plato to Wittgenstein and from Aquinas to Heidegger, this volume provides lively, in-depth, and up-to-date historical analysis of all the key figures, schools, and movements of Western philosophy.The Columbia History significantly ... En savoir plus

$47.99 CAD

Richard Popkin has assembled 63 leading scholars to forge a highly approachable chronological account of the development of Western philosophical traditions. From Plato to Wittgenstein and from Aquinas to Heidegger, this volume provides lively, in-depth, and up-to-date historical analysis of all the key figures, schools, and movements of Western philosophy.The Columbia History significantly
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The Daily Stoic 10th Anniversary Edition

366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living

par Ryan Holiday, Stephen Hanselman ...

**#1 WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER • The beloved classic daily devotional of Stoic meditations—now fully updated and expanded, featuring more than sixty new translations and two bonus chapters—with more than three million copies sold!“A generous gift of guidance on modern living culled from a canon of wisdom hatched long ago.”—Maria Popova, editor of The Marginalian**Why have history's greatest ... En savoir plus

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**#1 WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER • The beloved classic daily devotional of Stoic meditations—now fully updated and expanded, featuring more than sixty new translations and two bonus chapters—with more than three million copies sold!“A generous gift of guidance on modern living culled from a canon of wisdom hatched long ago.”—Maria Popova, editor of The Marginalian**Why have history's greatest
... En savoir plus
On the Happy Life

par Seneca ...

“True happiness is... to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future.”- Lucius Annaeus Seneca.De Vita Beata or On the Happy Life is a dialogue written by Seneca the Younger around the year 58 AD. It was intended for his older brother Gallio, to whom Seneca also dedicated his dialogue entitled De Ira (On Anger). It is divided into 28 chapters that present the moral thoughts of ... En savoir plus

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“True happiness is... to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future.”- Lucius Annaeus Seneca.De Vita Beata or On the Happy Life is a dialogue written by Seneca the Younger around the year 58 AD. It was intended for his older brother Gallio, to whom Seneca also dedicated his dialogue entitled De Ira (On Anger). It is divided into 28 chapters that present the moral thoughts of
... En savoir plus
Redefining A Philosophy for World Governance

par Tingyang Zhao ...

Traduit par Liqing Tao ...

Collections series Literature, Cultural and Media Studies (R0)
This Key Concepts pivot discusses the contemporary relevance of the ancient Chinese concept of Tianxia or ‘All-Under-Heaven’ and argues the case for a new global political philosophy. ‘All-under-heaven’ is a conceptualization of the world as the composition of three realms: the physical, psychological and political, which places inclusivity and harmony at the heart of a global world view above ... En savoir plus

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This Key Concepts pivot discusses the contemporary relevance of the ancient Chinese concept of Tianxia or ‘All-Under-Heaven’ and argues the case for a new global political philosophy. ‘All-under-heaven’ is a conceptualization of the world as the composition of three realms: the physical, psychological and political, which places inclusivity and harmony at the heart of a global world view above
... En savoir plus
Discipline Is Destiny

The Power of Self-Control

par Ryan Holiday ...

Collections series The Stoic Virtues Series
**The instant New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller!In his New York Times bestselling book Courage is Calling, author Ryan Holiday made the Stoic case for a bold and brave life. In this much-anticipated second book of his Stoic Virtue series, Holiday celebrates the awesome power of self-discipline and those who have seized it.**To master anything, one must first master ... En savoir plus

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**The instant New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller!In his New York Times bestselling book Courage is Calling, author Ryan Holiday made the Stoic case for a bold and brave life. In this much-anticipated second book of his Stoic Virtue series, Holiday celebrates the awesome power of self-discipline and those who have seized it.**To master anything, one must first master
... En savoir plus
Radical Antiquity

Free Love Zoroastrians, Farming Pirates, and Ancient Uprisings

par Christopher B. Zeichmann ...

“Unearthing the ancient world’s anarchist cultures, Zeichmann presents a compelling argument that authority may itself have always been the real aberration. Highly recommended” Alan Moore, writer, activist, performer“An inspirational masterpiece … Will transform the way you think about history, and the possibilities for human liberty” William Arnal, Professor, University of Regina“Wonderfully ... En savoir plus

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“Unearthing the ancient world’s anarchist cultures, Zeichmann presents a compelling argument that authority may itself have always been the real aberration. Highly recommended” Alan Moore, writer, activist, performer“An inspirational masterpiece … Will transform the way you think about history, and the possibilities for human liberty” William Arnal, Professor, University of Regina“Wonderfully
... En savoir plus
The First Philosophers: The Presocratics and Sophists

The Presocratics and Sophists

Modifié par Robin Waterfield ...

Collections series Oxford World's Classics
These first philosophers paved the way for the work of Plato and Aristotle - and hence for the whole of Western thought. This is a unique and invaluable collection of the works of the Presocratics and the Sophists. Waterfield brings together the works of these early thinkers with brilliant new translation and exceptional commentary. This is the ideal anthology for the student of this increasingly ... En savoir plus

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These first philosophers paved the way for the work of Plato and Aristotle - and hence for the whole of Western thought. This is a unique and invaluable collection of the works of the Presocratics and the Sophists. Waterfield brings together the works of these early thinkers with brilliant new translation and exceptional commentary. This is the ideal anthology for the student of this increasingly
... En savoir plus
On the Nature of the Universe

par Lucretius ...

Traduit par Ronald Melville ...

Collections series Oxford World's Classics
`Therefore this terror and darkness of the mind Not by the sun's rays, nor the bright shafts of day, Must be dispersed, as is most necessary, But by the face of nature and her laws.' Lucretius' poem On the Nature of the Universe combines a scientific and philosophical treatise with some of the greatest poetry ever written. With intense moral fervour Lucretius demonstrates to humanity that in death ... En savoir plus

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`Therefore this terror and darkness of the mind Not by the sun's rays, nor the bright shafts of day, Must be dispersed, as is most necessary, But by the face of nature and her laws.' Lucretius' poem On the Nature of the Universe combines a scientific and philosophical treatise with some of the greatest poetry ever written. With intense moral fervour Lucretius demonstrates to humanity that in death
... En savoir plus
A Thing of Beauty

Travels in Mythical and Modern Greece

par Peter Fiennes ...

What do the Greek myths mean to us today?A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE YEARLONGLISTED FOR THE ANGLO-HELLENIC LEAGUE RUNCIMAN AWARD 2022‘Peter Fiennes’s road trip around Greece [is] engagingly described.’ Mary Beard, author of SPQRIt’s now a golden age for these tales – they crop up in novels, films and popular culture. But what’s the modern relevance of Theseus, Hera and Pandora... ... En savoir plus

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What do the Greek myths mean to us today?A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE YEARLONGLISTED FOR THE ANGLO-HELLENIC LEAGUE RUNCIMAN AWARD 2022‘Peter Fiennes’s road trip around Greece [is] engagingly described.’ Mary Beard, author of SPQRIt’s now a golden age for these tales – they crop up in novels, films and popular culture. But what’s the modern relevance of Theseus, Hera and Pandora...
... En savoir plus
Wisdom Takes Work

Learn. Apply. Repeat.

par Ryan Holiday ...

Collections series The Stoic Virtues Series
In this much-anticipated final installment in the Stoic Virtues series, Ryan Holiday makes the case for the virtue on which all other virtues depend.Of all the stoic virtues - courage, discipline, justice, and wisdom - wisdom is the most elusive. This is especially apparent in an age where reaction and idle chatter are rewarded, and restraint and thoughtfulness are unfashionable. The great ... En savoir plus

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In this much-anticipated final installment in the Stoic Virtues series, Ryan Holiday makes the case for the virtue on which all other virtues depend.Of all the stoic virtues - courage, discipline, justice, and wisdom - wisdom is the most elusive. This is especially apparent in an age where reaction and idle chatter are rewarded, and restraint and thoughtfulness are unfashionable. The great
... En savoir plus
Symposion or The Banquet

Enriched edition. A Socratic Dialogue on Friendship, Virtue, and the Good Life in Classical Athens

par Xenophon ...

Traduit par H. G. Dakyns ...

Xenophon's "Symposion," commonly translated as "The Banquet," is a rich philosophical dialogue set within the confines of a convivial gathering, showcasing the social and intellectual dynamics of classical Athenian society. Written with a distinctive blend of elegance and accessibility, the text captures the nuanced interplay of friendship, virtue, and the pursuit of wisdom through a series of ... En savoir plus

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Xenophon's "Symposion," commonly translated as "The Banquet," is a rich philosophical dialogue set within the confines of a convivial gathering, showcasing the social and intellectual dynamics of classical Athenian society. Written with a distinctive blend of elegance and accessibility, the text captures the nuanced interplay of friendship, virtue, and the pursuit of wisdom through a series of
... En savoir plus
Eros the Bittersweet

An Essay (Nobel Prize Winner)

par Anne Carson ...

Collections series Princeton Classics
WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZENamed one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time by the Modern LibraryAnne Carson’s remarkable first book about the paradoxical nature of romantic loveSince it was first published, Eros the Bittersweet, Anne Carson’s lyrical meditation on love in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, has established itself as a favorite among an unusually broad audience, including ... En savoir plus

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WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZENamed one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time by the Modern LibraryAnne Carson’s remarkable first book about the paradoxical nature of romantic loveSince it was first published, Eros the Bittersweet, Anne Carson’s lyrical meditation on love in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, has established itself as a favorite among an unusually broad audience, including
... En savoir plus
Pensées pour moi-même, Suivi de Manuel d'Epictète

par Marc Aurèle ...

Deux voix majeures du stoïcisme sont réunies dans ce volume consacré à la maîtrise de soi, à la liberté intérieure et à l’art de vivre avec lucidité. Dans Pensées pour moi-même, Marc Aurèle consigne les réflexions personnelles qui l’accompagnent dans l’exercice du pouvoir, les épreuves et les incertitudes de l’existence. Écrites sans intention de publication, ces méditations révèlent un homme ... En savoir plus

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Deux voix majeures du stoïcisme sont réunies dans ce volume consacré à la maîtrise de soi, à la liberté intérieure et à l’art de vivre avec lucidité. Dans Pensées pour moi-même, Marc Aurèle consigne les réflexions personnelles qui l’accompagnent dans l’exercice du pouvoir, les épreuves et les incertitudes de l’existence. Écrites sans intention de publication, ces méditations révèlent un homme
... En savoir plus
The Rise Of The Greeks

par Michael Grant ...

A fascinating and detailed guide to ancient Greece.Michael Grant looks at the policies and government of the hundreds of independent city-states and at the everyday life of the citizens. With fluency and scholarships he shows how the brilliance of the Ancient Greeks' civilization was by no means limited to the Golden Age of its classical fifth century, but its early period was remarkable too. For ... En savoir plus

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A fascinating and detailed guide to ancient Greece.Michael Grant looks at the policies and government of the hundreds of independent city-states and at the everyday life of the citizens. With fluency and scholarships he shows how the brilliance of the Ancient Greeks' civilization was by no means limited to the Golden Age of its classical fifth century, but its early period was remarkable too. For
... En savoir plus
Saint Augustine on the Resurrection of Christ

Teaching, Rhetoric, and Reception

par Gerald O'Collins, SJ ...

Despite an enormous amount of literature on St Augustine of Hippo, this work provides the first examination of what he taught about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Augustine expounded Christ's resurrection in his sermons, letters, Answer to Faustus the Manichean, the City of God, Expositions of the Psalms, and the Trinity. Saint Augustine on the Resurrection of Christ: Teaching, Rhetoric, and ... En savoir plus

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Despite an enormous amount of literature on St Augustine of Hippo, this work provides the first examination of what he taught about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Augustine expounded Christ's resurrection in his sermons, letters, Answer to Faustus the Manichean, the City of God, Expositions of the Psalms, and the Trinity. Saint Augustine on the Resurrection of Christ: Teaching, Rhetoric, and
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