Discourses by Epictetus: A Classic Stoic Guide to Enduring Peace, Purpose, and Power

ISBN 10: 1640957081 / ISBN 13: 9781640957084

Published by Sound Wisdom, 2026

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Discourses by Epictetus: A Classic Stoic Guide to Enduring Peace, Purpose, and Power
• Publisher: Sound Wisdom
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1640957081
• ISBN 13: 9781640957084
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Fine

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Synopsis

Discover the Stoic teachings that have guided resilient minds for nearly two thousand years.

The Discourses of Epictetus—preserved by his student Arrian and presented here in George Long’s enduring 1877 translation—capture one of history’s clearest voices on inner freedom, virtue, and the mastery of one’s own will.

Born into slavery, Epictetus rose to become one of the most respected philosophers of the ancient world. His teachings challenge readers to distinguish between what is within their power and what is not, to cultivate unwavering character, and to meet every circumstance—joy, loss, hardship, or uncertainty—with courage and clarity.

This reprint edition preserves the original text while offering modern readers access to the same uncompromising wisdom that shaped Marcus Aurelius, informed centuries of moral philosophy, and continues to inspire people seeking peace and purpose in turbulent times.

Inside these pages, readers will explore:

• How to maintain inner steadiness in the face of adversity
• Why our opinions—not external events—create much of our suffering
• What it means to live according to nature and reason
• How to practice discipline, self-governance, and emotional clarity
• The philosopher’s path to true freedom

Whether you are new to Stoicism or returning to a foundational classic, The Discourses offers practical guidance for anyone seeking to live deliberately, wisely, and well.

About the Author

Epictetus, a former slave who became one of history’s most influential Stoic thinkers, taught that true freedom comes from governing one’s own will. His teachings—recorded by his student Arrian—continue to shape modern understandings of resilience, virtue, and inner strength. His timeless wisdom endures through The Discourses.