Letters from a Stoic - The Ancient Classic

DISCOVER THE ENDURING LEGACY OF ANCIENT STOICISM. Since Roman antiquity, Lucius Annaeus Seneca’s Letters have stood as a defining expression of Stoic philosophy. In a highly accessible, timeless manner, they reveal the value of virtue, the fleeting nature of time, and how clear-eyed acceptance of death can guide a life of meaning and contentment. Letters from a Stoic continues to captivate readers seeking mindfulness and practical psychological approaches to well-being. This deluxe hardback selected edition presents Seneca’s first 65 letters translated by Richard M. Gummere, offering a focused portal into his thought.

An insightful introduction by Donald Robertson situates Seneca at the heart of Roman power, exploring how he reconciled Stoicism with substantial wealth and what his writings mean for today’s readers. The volume combines scholarly context with accessible text, inviting new generations to engage with the enduring questions of virtue, resilience, and the art of living.

Sénèque (Auteur) Donald Robertson (Auteur) - Verschenen op 25/03/2021 bij John Wiley & Sons, ltd.

Pages: 416, Edition: 1, Hardcover, Wiley John + Sons

Extra information

• Deluxe hardback selected edition
• Includes Seneca’s first 65 letters
• Introduction by Donald Robertson
• Translation by Richard M. Gummere
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• 416 pages, 1st edition, hardcover

Kenmerken

• Oorspronkelijke werken van Seneca
• Bevat 65 brieven geselecteerd uit Letters uit een Stoïcijns
• Introductie door Donald Robertson
• Vertaling van Richard M. Gummere
• Hardcover, 416 pagina’s
• Relevantie voor moderne lezers en mindfulness