Marcus Aurelius - Meditations: Adapted for the Contemporary Reader (The Stoic Classics Collection)
Language: English
Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016
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- Title
- Marcus Aurelius - Meditations: Adapted for the Contemporary Reader (The Stoic Classics Collection)
- Author
- Aurelius, Marcus
- Publisher
- CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
- Publication year
- 2016
- Condition
- good
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1539952290
- ISBN 13
- 9781539952299
- Series
- Book 1 of 5: The Stoic Classics Collection
THE FIRST ADAPTED EDITION — JAMES HARRIS, 2016
This is the first adapted version of Meditations, created by James Harris in 2016.
Please note that subsequent editions may imitate elements of this adaptation, including its interior text and cover.
Discover the enduring wisdom of Marcus Aurelius in Meditations: Adapted for the Contemporary Reader by James Harris.
Written by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius as a personal guide to living well, Meditations has become one of the most influential works of Stoic philosophy. Its reflections on self-discipline, resilience, perspective, responsibility and the challenges of everyday life remain remarkably relevant today.
In this contemporary adaptation, James Harris presents the ideas of Marcus Aurelius in clear, accessible English, allowing the wisdom of the original work to be understood without the difficulty of older translations.
Inside, you will discover:
• Reflections on controlling your thoughts, actions and responses.
• Practical ideas for developing self-discipline and inner strength.
• Guidance for dealing with adversity, relationships and everyday challenges.
• Timeless observations on mortality, purpose and living a meaningful life.
• The complete twelve books of Meditations, adapted for the contemporary reader.
Part of The Stoic Classics Collection.
Discover the wisdom of the Stoics and explore the collection.
ENJOY.
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From the Back Cover
His work on the Stoic classics began in 2016 with his adaptation of Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, and has since developed into The Complete Stoic Classics Collection.
Meditations is the personal journal of Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from AD 161 to 180, and one of the enduring works of Stoic philosophy. His reflections on self-discipline, resilience, perspective and living well remain remarkably relevant today.
This edition has been carefully adapted into contemporary English, making the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius clear, accessible and enjoyable for today's reader.
This book is part of The Complete Stoic Classics Collection, bringing the essential works of Stoic philosophy together in contemporary English.
Discover the wisdom of the Stoics and explore the collection.
ENJOY. ♥
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