This collection brings together four classic essays on Stoic philosophy from the Ancient Greek world.Is there an answer to the question 'How does one lead a happy life?' Certainly one ancient Greek school of philosophy believed that there was: lead a life of virtue, one in harmony with nature and do not be swayed by fortune or misfortune.First propounded by Zeno of Citium, Stoicism has resonated through the ages and, today, it seems even more pertinent as w...

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Step into the private reflections of a Roman emperor and discover one of the most influential works of philosophy ever written.Meditations is a collection of personal writings and spiritual reflections by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, translated by eminent Classical scholar George Long. His thoughts on how to lead a virtuous life, the importance of tranquillity and his ideas on how to reconcile the challenges of public and private life have become one...

"Thoughts of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, Emperor of Rome" is a profound collection of personal writings by the Roman Emperor, reflecting his Stoic philosophy and insights on life. The work serves as a guide to self-improvement, emphasizing the importance of rational thought, virtue, and the acceptance of fate. Through his meditations, Aurelius explores themes of resilience, the transient nature of life, and the interconnectedness of all beings. His reflections encourage readers to cultivate...

In a future society where emotions can be traded as currency, a young woman discovers an underground market that sells the ability to feel specific feelings—leading her on a journey to reclaim her lost memories of love.

Eight Arch principalities, one evil grand king, and a young sorcerer Lekrin aiding a young lord Aondur to regain the great throne to bring peace to the continent world.In the city of Capitolia lies the evil grand king, his great majesty Joran Malennik, holder of the crown of dragon's lightning also known as the crown of thunder a powerful artefact granting it's wearer great powers, shortly after it was created it was meant to be broken apart and kept by Consentinels, but Malennik u...

A human Jack Taverner is kidnapped by an alien race called the Danavorians, he is not the only human captured from present day Earth, the spaceship called the Wayfarer by the human slaves leaves Earth to find a new home for the aliens whose own homeworld was destroyed by a supernova. The humans are trying to escape back to Earth, the spaceship travels to planets both known and unknown to the aliens.

Napoleon Bonaparte's ascent to power was meteoric. Ever the outsider and regarded by many as an upstart, his extraordinary determination, courage, and tactical skill saw him rise from ordinary beginnings to become the greatest military commander of his age. A brigadier general by the age of 24, crowned Emperor of France by age 35, he had conquered most of the countries of Europe by the time he was 45.Napoleon's maxims for conduct on the battlefield gives a fascinating insight into ...

'Poverty does not consist in the want of money,' I answered, 'nor is begging to be deplored. Poverty consists in the desire to have everything, and through violent means if necessary'From their founding in the fifth century BC and for over 800 years, the Cynic philosophers sought to cure humanity of greed and vice with their proposal of living simply. They guaranteed happiness to their adherents through freedom of speech, poverty, self-sufficiency and phys...

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a timeless philosophical work that offers readers a glimpse into the mind of one of history's greatest stoic philosophers. Composed as a series of personal reflections, this profound Book delves into topics such as virtue, resilience, and the nature of existence. With its practical wisdom and profound insights, Meditations provides guidance for navigating life's challenges and cultivating inner peace. Marcus Aurelius encourages readers to embrace the prese...

One of the world's most famous and influential books, Meditations, by the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (A.D. 121–180), incorporates the stoic precepts he used to cope with his life as a warrior and administrator of an empire. Ascending to the imperial throne in A.D. 161, Aurelius found his reign beset by natural disasters and war. In the wake of these challenges, he set down a series of private reflections, outlining a philosophy of commitment to virtue above pleasure and tranquility abov...

The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus is a profound collection of personal writings that reflect the Stoic philosophy and the introspective musings of one of Rome's most revered emperors. Written in Greek, this work is not only a testament to Aurelius's philosophical reflections but also serves as a practical guide on how to live a virtuous life amidst the turmoil of imperial duties. The text encapsulates a wide range of themes including the nature of existence, the impo...