The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius (truepowerbooks Edition) (True Power Books Collection) - Softcover

Aurelius, Marcus

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1541304780 ISBN 13: 9781541304789

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016

Synopsis

In the years 160-180 CE, the most powerful man on Earth, Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, wrote a series of private notes to himself recording his insights about what it takes to be a good ruler, a good person, and how to live life as well as possible.
These personal reflections have come to be known as “The Meditations” and survive today as the most enduring teachings of the Stoic philosophy.
The Emperor’s unique position at the head of the Roman government and his love of knowledge over pleasure has made this one of the most important books ever written, the ideas have influenced countless leaders through the ages and now you too have the opportunity to learn from one of history’s greatest minds:
“Do not act as if thou wert going to live ten thousand years. Death hangs over thee. While thou livest, while it is in thy power, be good.” -Marcus Aurelius

True Power Books aims to provide a curated collection of history's most important writings in regards to the love of knowledge and personal growth presented clearly and without editorial additions, in the form of beautiful books worthy of display.
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Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1541304780
• ISBN 13: 9781541304789
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 88