Companion marcus aurelius (19 Ergebnisse)

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Meditations: A Modern English CompanionAncient Texts for Modern Minds SeriesFor nearly two thousand years, Meditations by Marcus Aurelius has stood as one of the most beloved and enduring works of philosophy ever written. Composed by a Roman emperor during military campaigns and personal hardship, its pages contain reflections on duty, self-discipline, mortality, virtue, and the pursuit of inner peace. Yet despite its timeless wisdom, many modern readers find older translations difficult to navigate due to archaic language, unfamiliar phrasing, and fragmented passages.This modern companion edition brings Meditations into clear, contemporary English while preserving the insight, honesty, and practical wisdom of the original work.Instead of struggling through outdated expressions and difficult translations, readers can engage directly with Marcus Aurelius's reflections in language that feels natural, accessible, and faithful to his meaning.In this edition, you'll find: - Readable modern English designed for today's readers.- Clear and accessible language without sacrificing philosophical depth.- Improved flow and readability while preserving the structure of the original text.- A faithful guide to one of history's greatest works of Stoic philosophy.At its heart, Meditations is not a systematic philosophical treatise. It is a personal journal-a collection of private reflections written by a ruler striving to live wisely in a difficult world. Through its pages, Marcus Aurelius wrestles with questions of character, responsibility, suffering, and the proper use of one's time.Whether you are encountering Meditations for the first time, revisiting it after years away, or exploring Stoicism as a practical philosophy for daily life, this edition offers a bridge between an ancient emperor's reflections and the challenges of the modern world.Within its pages, you will encounter enduring questions: - How should we respond to hardship and adversity - What truly lies within our control - How can we live with integrity in an uncertain world - What role do duty, discipline, and virtue play in a good life - How should we face mortality and the passage of time Wise, practical, and deeply human, Meditations continues to inspire readers because its concerns remain our own. This edition invites you to experience Marcus Aurelius's timeless reflections with clarity, confidence, and renewed understanding.Meditations: A Modern English Companion is part of the Ancient Texts for Modern Minds series, dedicated to making the world's most important works clear, accessible, and alive for today's readers.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Meditations of the second-century Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius is consistently one of the best-selling philosophy books among the general public. Over the years it has also attracted famous admirers, from the Prussian king Frederick the Great to US President Bill Clinton. It continues to attract large numbers of new readers, drawn to its reflections on life and death. Despite this, it is not the sort of text read much by professional philosophers or even, until recently, taken especially seriously by specialists in ancient philosophy. It is a highly personal, easily accessible, yet deceptively simple work. This volume, written by leading experts and aimed at non-specialists, examines the central philosophical ideas in the work and assesses the extent to which Marcus is committed to the philosophy of Stoicism. It also considers how we ought to read this unique work and explores its influence from its first printed publication to today.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Meditations of the second-century Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius is consistently one of the best-selling philosophy books among the general public. Over the years it has also attracted famous admirers, from the Prussian king Frederick the Great to US President Bill Clinton. It continues to attract large numbers of new readers, drawn to its reflections on life and death. Despite this, it is not the sort of text read much by professional philosophers or even, until recently, taken especially seriously by specialists in ancient philosophy. It is a highly personal, easily accessible, yet deceptively simple work. This volume, written by leading experts and aimed at non-specialists, examines the central philosophical ideas in the work and assesses the extent to which Marcus is committed to the philosophy of Stoicism. It also considers how we ought to read this unique work and explores its influence from its first printed publication to today.…

Zustand: New. In English.

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Zustand: New. pp. xviii + 560 Illus.

Zustand: New. A Companion to Marcus Aurelius presents the first comprehensive collection of essays to explore all essential facets relating to contemporary Marcus Aurelius studies. Editor(s): Ackeren, Marcel van. Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World. Num Pages: 586 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: DB; DSBB; HPCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 180 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1062. . 2012. 1st Edition. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Zustand: New. Marcel van Ackeren is Professor at Cologne University. He is the author of Das Wissen vom Guten (2003), Heraklit (2005), Understanding Ancient Philosophy (with Joern Mueller, 2006), The Political Identity of the West: Platonism in the Dialogue of Cultures (ed.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A Companion to Marcus Aurelius presents the first comprehensive collection of essays to explore all essential facets relating to contemporary Marcus Aurelius studies.\* First collection of its kind to commission new state-of-the-art scholarship on Marcus Aurelius\* Features readings that cover all aspects of Marcus Aurelius, including source material, biographical information, and writings\* Contributions from an international cast of top Aurelius scholars\* Addresses evolving aspects of the reception of the Meditations. …