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  • The Daily Stoic: 10th Anniversary Edition

    366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living: Featuring new translations of Seneca, Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius

    THE MULTI-MILLION COPY SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERAn updated and expanded edition of the book that launched a global phenomenon: daily doses of practical, uplifting philosophy complete with bonus material from the bestselling author of The Obstacle is the WayHow can we find true meaning, conquer grief or measure success? The answers to these questions and more can be found in Stoic philosophy - and ... Read more

    Was R283,35 Now R217,91

  • The Silent Patient

    The record-breaking, multimillion copy Sunday Times bestselling thriller and TikTok sensation

    - THE RECORD-BREAKING, MULTIMILLION COPY GLOBAL BESTSELLER AND TIKTOK SENSATION -Discover the #1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling thriller with a jaw-dropping twist that everyone is talking about - as seen on TikTok. Soon to be a major film.Alicia Berenson lived a seemingly perfect life until one day six years ago.When she shot her husband in the head five times.Since th... ... Read more

    R227,34

  • The Maidens

    The Dark Academia Thriller from the author of TikTok sensation The Silent Patient

    We all keep secrets. Even from ourselves.'A thrilling, heart-in-throat ride' STEPHEN FRY'An absolute jaw-dropper' LUCY FOLEY'Elegant, sinister, stylish' CHRIS WHITAKER'Grips from start to finish' HARRIET TYCE* * * * *YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN THE MAIDENS.The Maidens are Cambridge University's most exclusive society, whos... ... Read more

    R227,34

  • Meditations

    Meditations (Ta eis heauton, literally "thoughts/writings addressed to himself") is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor 161–180 CE, setting forth his ideas on Stoic philosophy. ... Read more

    R57,15 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Discipline Is Destiny

    Timeless Stoic values from the multimillion-selling author of THE DAILY STOIC

    by Ryan Holiday ...
    Cultivate willpower, self-respect and focus in an age of distraction: book 2 in the New York Times**-bestselling Stoic Virtues series**'Ryan Holiday is among the most psychologically wise writers I know' ANGELA DUCKWORTH, bestselling author of GritTo master anything, we must first master ourselves: our emotions, thoughts and actions. Without self-discipline, we risk not on... ... Read more

    R206,99

  • THE EMERALD TABLETS OF THOTH

    The ancient wisdom condensed into this small book. Hermetic teaching of Thoth, the Egyptian god of Wisdom.This is an authentic version of Dr. Doreal translation.There are many biased and manipulated versions circulating on the Internet.We take the trouble to offer this work in the best version for a serious reader. ... Read more

    R171,94

  • Practical Stoicism: Your Action Guide On How To Implement The Stoic Philosophy Into Your Own Life

    Would you like to learn how to slow down and savor the deeper meaning of life?Do you want to focus on developing personal virtues that will help you become a better person?Are you looking for a practical guide on how to apply Stoicism to your day-to-day life?If your answer is yes, then keep reading because you're about to find what you're looking for.Time is the one thing we all could use more of, ... Read more

    R166,03 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Meditations

    Translated by Martin Hammond ...
    'Their icy blasts are refreshing and restorative. They tell you the worst. And having heard the worst, you feel less bad' Blake MorrisonWritten 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 ... Read more

    R170,53

  • Courage Is Calling

    Timeless Stoic values from the multimillion-selling author of THE DAILY STOIC

    by Ryan Holiday ...
    Discover the power, confidence and purposethat come with courage: book 1 in the New York Times**-bestselling Stoic Virtues series**'An urgent call to arms for each and all of us' Matthew McConaugheyCourage is a powerful force that enables us to overcome obstacles, fight for what's right, serve others, drive change - and, ultimately, become who we were truly meant to be.From the ancient Spartans to ... Read more

    R206,99

  • How to Be a Stoic

    Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living

    Learn how to bring more meaning to your life with the ancient philosophy of stoicism, perfect for readers of Jules Evans’ Philosophy of Life.‘If you want to learn the ways of Stoicism, this should be one of the first books you read’ Donald J. Robertson, author of Stoicism and the Art of Happiness‘Thought-provoking' Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Daily Stoic‘Do you want to ... ... Read more

    R322,22

  • The Practicing Stoic

    A Philosophical User's Manual

    “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 ... Read more

    R259,77

  • Bhagavad-gita As It Is

    The largest-selling edition of the Gita in the Western world, Bhagavad-gita As It Is is more than a book. It is alive with knowledge and devotion; thus it has the power to change your life for the better.Bhagavad-gita is knowledge of five basic truths and the relationship of each truth to the other: These five truths are Krishna, or God, the individual soul, the material world, action in this ... Read more

    R135,35

  • The Pleasure Principle

    Epicureanism: A Philosophy for Modern Living

    In our troubled world, looking back to ancient wisdom can shed light on fresh solutions.For years, many of us have upheld the Stoic belief in ‘no pain, no gain.’ But when the pace of modern life and the demands of jobs and family overwhelm us, punishing exercise regimes, productivity apps and early morning starts may not be the best solution.According to the pleasure-centric philosophy of ... Read more

    R245,63

  • Letters from a Stoic

    Epistulae Morales Ad Lucilium

    by Seneca ...
    Translated by Robin Campbell ...
    Illuminating writings by Stoicism's most eloquent advocate, now with a new introduction'It is philosophy that has the duty of protecting us... without it no one can lead a life free of fear or worry'For several years of his turbulent life, in which he was dogged by ill health, exile and danger, Seneca was the guiding hand of the Roman Empire. This selection of Seneca's letters shows him upholding ... Read more

    R189,51

  • On the Shortness of Life

    by Seneca ...
    Series series Penguin Great Ideas
    Timeless advice on the art of living well, from the celebrated Penguin Great Ideas seriesThe writings of the ancient Roman philosopher Seneca offer powerful insights into stoicism, morality and the importance of reason, and continue to provide profound guidance to many through their eloquence, lucidity and wisdom.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way ... Read more

    R100,27

  • Tao Te Ching (Illustrated + Audiobook Download Link + Active TOC)

    by Lao Tzu ...
    FEATURES:• Includes beautiful artworks and illustrations• A link of a FREE audio book to download at the end of the book• Active Table of Contents for an easy navigation within the book• Manually coded and crafted by professionals for highest formatting quality and standardsCheck out ngims Publishing's other illustrated literary clazzics. The vast majority of our books have original illustrations, ... Read more

    R18,92

  • Right Thing, Right Now

    Timeless Stoic values from the multimillion-selling author of THE DAILY STOIC

    by Ryan Holiday ...
    THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERHarness the life-changing power of integrity in an era of dishonesty: book 3 in the New York Times**-bestselling Stoic Virtues series****'**Right Thing, Right Now is a message all of us need to hear' ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGERWe know justice when we see it: moral character, admirable action, dece... ... Read more

    R185,14

  • Socrates: Philosophy in an Hour

    Philosophy for busy people. Read a succinct account of the philosophy of Socrates in just one hour.Socrates is widely renowned as one of the founders of Western philosophy, despite the fact that his ideas survive largely through the work of his pupil Plato. Socrates’ dialectic – a method of aggressive questioning – was the forerunner of logic; he used it to cut through the pretentions of his ... Read more

    R53,58

  • The Secret Teachings of All Ages

    AN ENCYCLOPEDIC OUTLINE OF MASONIC, HERMETIC, QABBALISTIC AND ROSICRUCIAN SYMBOLICAL PHILOSOPHY

    Manly Palmer Hall wrote this book at age twenty-one and self-published it later in his mid twenties. The book is pure conceptual truth without bogging ourselves down with the details. Great read for anyone who likes Joseph Campbell and wishes to follow up on the Power of Myth and get into the right-hand occult. ... Read more

    R76,26

  • Wisdom Takes Work

    THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER from the author of THE DAILY STOIC

    by Ryan Holiday ...
    THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFoster curiosity, discernment and life-changing wisdom**: book 4 in the** bestselling Stoic Virtues series'Some authors give advice. Ryan Holiday distils wisdom' CAL NEWPORT, bestselling author of Deep Work'Ryan Holiday is one of his generation's finest thinkers' STEVEN PRESSFIELD, author of The War of ArtWisdom... ... Read more

    R305,08

  • Our Universal Journey

    The time has come for us to be once again be free and sovereign. But in order to be free and sovereign we must first break through the programs and belief systems that control us. It is only by exposing all the layers of manipulation and shattering the false beliefs and programs that we can remember who we truly are, where we come from, why we are here and how to complete Our Universal Journey.The ... Read more

    R254,28 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Socratic Method

    A Practitioner's Handbook

    **“Remarkable.”—Wall Street JournalA thinking person’s guide to a better life. Ward Farnsworth explains what the Socratic method is, how it works, and why it matters more than ever in our time. Easy to grasp yet challenging to master, the method will change the way you think about life’s big questions.**About 2,500 years ago, Plato wrote a set of dialogues that depict Socrates in conversation. The ... Read more

    R259,77

  • The Nicomachean Ethics of Aristotle

    by Aristotle ...
    Nicomachean Ethics focuses on the importance of habitually behaving virtuously and developing a virtuous character. Aristotle emphasized the importance of context to ethical behavior, and the ability of the virtuous person to recognize the best course of action. Aristotle argued that happiness and well being is the goal of life, and that a person's pursuit of such, rightly conceived, will result ... Read more

    R19,90 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Art of Living

    The Classical Mannual on Virtue, Happiness, and Effectiveness

    A modern translation of the stoicism classic—a beginner-friendly companion for a living a more present, intentional, and virtuous life—one full of gratitude for who we are and who we have yet to become“Epictetus sounds like the Buddha, and Sharon Lebell’s voice makes him sound like the delightful man next door.” — Sylvia Boorstein, author of It's Easier Than You ThinkCelebrating 30 years of ... Read more

    R219,52 or Free with Kobo Plus