The Discourses of Epictetus: The Handbook, Fragments - (Everyman Library) 2nd Edition,Annotated (Paperback)

Name: The Discourses of Epictetus: The Handbook, Fragments - (Everyman Library) 2nd Edition,Annotated (Paperback)
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For centuries, Stoicism was virtually the unofficial religion of the Roman world The stress on endurance, self-restraint, and power of the will to withstand calamity can often seem coldhearted.
Author(s): Epictetus
384 Pages
Philosophy, History & Surveys
Series Name: Everyman Library

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For centuries, Stoicism was virtually the unofficial religion of the Roman world

The stress on endurance, self-restraint, and power of the will to withstand calamity can often seem coldhearted. It is Epictetus, a lame former slave exiled by Emperor Domitian, who offers by far the most precise and humane version of Stoic ideals. The Discourses, assembled by his pupil Arrian, catch him in action, publicly setting out his views on ethical dilemmas.

Committed to communicating with the broadest possible audience, Epictetus uses humor, imagery conversations and homely comparisons to put his message across. The results are perfect universal justice and calm indifference in the face of pain.

The most comprehensive edition available with an introduction, notes, selected criticism, glossary, and chronology of Epictetus' life and times.

Dimensions (Overall): 7.8 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)

Weight: .6 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 384

Genre: Philosophy

Sub-Genre: History & Surveys

Series Title: Everyman Library

Publisher: Everyman Paperbacks

Format: Paperback

Author: Epictetus

Language: English

Street Date: March 2, 1995

TCIN: 83219912

UPC: 9780460873123

Item Number (DPCI): 247-50-3223

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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