A vivid new translation in which the Stoic philosopher argues that virtue is the only path to contentmentWhy are so many people unhappy when happiness can be attained by anyone who simply lives virtuously? That question prompted Seneca, the great Stoic philosopher of the early Roman Empire, to write On the Happy Life, and he continued to seek answers in his Moral Epistles. In How to Live, Seneca biographer and translator James Romm presen...

Full-cast productions of Seneca’s most famous tragedies, plus letters from the Roman philosopher read by Paul ScofieldStoic philosopher and playwright Lucius Annaeus Seneca lived through the reigns of Caligula and Claudius, and was tutor and adviser to Nero, before his untimely suicide in AD65. His gory, outrageous tragedy Thyestes inspired Shakespeare’s Titus Andronicus, and is widely considered his masterpiece. It opens this col...

Originally written around 49 AD for his father-in-law Paulinus, Seneca here brings up many Stoic principles on the nature of time, namely that people waste much of it in meaningless pursuits. According to Seneca, nature gives people enough time to do what is really important and it is up to the individual to allot it properly.

**Brought to you by Penguin.This Penguin Classic is performed by Julian Glover, Olivier Award winning actor, also known for his roles in Game of Thrones and Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets. This definitive recording includes an Introduction by Robin Campbell.**A philosophy that saw self-possession as the key to an existence lived 'in accordance with nature', Stoicism called for the restraint of animal instincts and the severing of emotional ties. T...

A two-thousand year old classic that continues to find new fans in the digital age, On the Shortness of Life is a Stoic Philosophy masterpiece and, perhaps, the first and greatest of self-help books. Packed with pithy timeless wisdom, Seneca’s famous collection of letters to his father-in-law Paulinus is a short but powerful work, one of Western literature’s finest and most enduring answers to the eternal question, How should I best live my life?

“I know the same day made me free, which was the last day for him who made the proverb true—One must be born either a Pharaoh or a fool.” Best known as a philosopher and tragedian, in Apocolocyntosis Seneca also produced one of classical literature’s greatest satires. Depicting a posthumous trial in which the recently deceased Emperor Claudius makes the case for his elevation to the company of the gods, this short work brilliantly skewers the pretensions and corruptions of power.

Discover the timeless wisdom of Stoic philosophy with this complete audiobook collection featuring the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus.Designed for modern listeners, this practical Stoic philosophy collection explores how to stay calm under pressure, think clearly, improve emotional control, and make better decisions in everyday life.For nearly two thousand years, Stoicism has helped people navigate stress, uncertainty, relationships, am...

The greatest philosophical works ever written. One audiobook. Over one hundred hours of professional narration.From ancient Greece to modern Europe covering ethics, reason, power, suffering, freedom, and the eternal question of how to live well.Narrated by a professional voice cast, with each text adapted for the listening experience and older works updated for modern ears.What's inside:Meditations - M...

Learn how to stay calm, focused, and mentally clear in everyday situations with this practical and accessible version of Seneca’s Letters.Unlike more abstract philosophy, Seneca’s writing feels personal, direct, and immediately relevant. These short reflections explore topics like stress, time, control, relationships, and how to handle the challenges of daily life with a steadier mindset.This audiobook presents Stoic wisdom in a relaxed and approachable for...

A profound collection of philosophical letters offering guidance on life, virtue, and inner peace. Through thoughtful reflections addressed to his friend Lucilius, Seneca explores topics such as wisdom, self-control, fear, anger, friendship, and the value of time. His teachings encourage readers to live with reason and calmness. Clear, practical, and deeply insightful, these letters remain essential reading for anyone interested in Stoic philosophy. Written by Seneca the Younger. Discover ...

After leaving his secluded life in the mountains, he expects peace — not chaos. Yet the moment he steps into the world, stunning women begin chasing after him with relentless intensity. Blessed with power, mystery, and an aura they can’t resist, he’s pulled into a whirlwind of admiration, danger, and desire. As old secrets surface and new rivals appear, he must navigate a modern world where fame, beauty, and trouble follow him everywhere.

Seneca's Letters from a Stoic are moral letters to his friend Lucilius, written over two thousand years ago. They still hold the power to fascinate. The letters were written by Seneca at the end of his life, during his retirement, after he had worked for the Emperor Nero for fifteen years. They are addressed to Lucilius, the then procurator of Sicily, although he is known only through Seneca's writings. It is not clear from the historical record whether or not Seneca and L...