Overview
The Discourses is a collection of philosophical teachings by the ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus, compiled and recorded by his student Arrian. The book is divided into four volumes, each containing a series of lectures given by Epictetus on various topics related to Stoic philosophy. Epictetus emphasizes the importance of living a virtuous life and developing a strong sense of personal ethics. He encourages his students to focus on what they can control in life, rather than worrying about external factors beyond their control. He also discusses the nature of the universe, the role of the gods, and the importance of self-reflection and self-improvement. The Discourses is known for its practical advice and straightforward language, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds. It remains a popular resource for those seeking guidance on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.For instance, the tyrant says, ""I am master of all."" And what can you do for me? Can you give me desire which shall have no hindrance? How can you? Have you the infallible power of avoiding what you would avoid? Have you the power of moving toward an object without error? And how do you possess this power?This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781162692777
- ISBN-10: 1162692774
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9.25 x 7.5 x 0.48 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.88 pounds
- Page Count: 228
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