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A concise guide on how to live a good life, offering practical advice on how to overcome negative emotions and cultivate a peaceful, contented mind. Epictetus begins by outlining the fundamental tenets of Stoicism, emphasizing the importance of recognizin
Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants. There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will. Is there smoke in the room? If it be slight, I remain; if griev
HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics. The discourses of the great Stoic philosopher Epictetus are regarded as some of the most influential teachings of the ancient world. Born into slavery and sent into exile before se
A first-century Stoic, Epictetus argued that we will always be happy if we learn to desire that things should be exactly as they are. His Enchiridion, or Manual, is a distillation of his teachings and an instructional manual for a tranquil life as it offe
Don't explain your philosophy. Embody it.¿ Epictetus First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.¿ Epictetus I laugh at those who think they can damage me. They do not know who I am, they do not know what I think, they can
90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books I must die. But must I die bawling? What does it mean to live a virtuous life? How can we rise above pain and anguish? In these teachings from Book 1 of his Discourses , ancient philosopher Epictetus
The Discourses is a collection of lectures and conversations by the ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus, compiled by his student Arrian in the early 2nd century AD. The book is a treasure trove of wisdom and practical advice on how to live a fulfilling li
Unabridged version of Enchiridion , by Epictetus, and translated by George Long, with footnotes. In this classic Epictetus teaches that philosophy is not just thought, but life in practice. Born into slavery, and later freed, he tells what he learned acro
In this personal and practical guide to moral self-improvement and living a good life, the second-century philosopher Epictetus tackles questions of freedom and imprisonment, stubbornness and fear, family, friendship and love, and leaves an intriguing doc
Although he was born into slavery and endured a permanent physical disability, Epictetus maintained that all people are free to control their lives and to live in harmony with nature. We will always be happy, he argued, if we learn to desire that things s
The Enchiridion, meaning "handbook" or "manual" in Greek, is a compendium of Epictetus' most essential teachings, distilled into a concise and accessible format. Through a collection of powerful aphorisms and thought-provoking idea
The Discourses of Epictetus translated by George Long. The Discourses of Epictetus are a series of extracts of the teachings of the Stoic philosopher Epictetus written down by Arrian c. 108 AD. There were originally eight books, but only four now remain i
From the Introduction: "Stoic philosophy, of which Epictetus (c. a.d. 50130) is a representative, began as a recognizable movement around 300 b.c. Its founder was Zeno of Cytium (not to be confused with Zeno of Elea, who discovered the famous paradox
"It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters." - Epictetus The Enchiridion is a concise manual of Stoic philosophy, offering timeless guidance on self-mastery, resilience, and the pursuit of inner freedom. Drawn from t
Life's Missing Instruction Manual Epictetus (c. 50-135 CE) was brought as a slave to Rome, where he became a great teacher, deeply influencing the future emperor Marcus Aurelius among many others. His philosophy, Stoicism, was practical, not theoretic
Discourses and Selected WritingsBy Epictetus
The Greek philosopher Epictetus was born into slavery about 55 CE in the eastern outreaches of the Roman Empire. While still a slave, Epictetus was brought to Rome and sent by his master Epaphroditus to study under the Stoic philosopher Gaius Musonius Ruf
The Discourses/Fragments/Enchiridion 'I must die. But must I die bawling?' Epictetus, a Greek Stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicopolis in the early second century AD. His animated discussions were celebrated for their r
'About things that are within our power and those that are not.' Epictetus's Discourses have been the most widely read and influential of all writings of Stoic philosophy, from antiquity onwards. They set out the core ethical principles of Sto
The Stoic's Handbook for Inner Freedom: A Timeless Guide to What Is In Your Control Born a slave in the Roman Empire, Epictetus endured the harshest conditions life could offer. Through it all, he discovered that true freedom is not a matter of circum
The complete surviving works of Epictetus, the most influential Stoic philosopher from antiquity. "Some things are up to us and some are not." Epictetus was born into slavery around the year 50 CE, and, upon being granted his freedom, he set him
This lovely hardcover keepsake offers the timeless precepts of one of the most important Greek Stoic philosophers. Epictetus (ca. 50-ca. 130 CE) was born into slavery and had a permanent physical disability. After attaining his freedom, Epictetus spent hi
Simple and spiritual, the reflections of the stoic philosopher Epictetus are among the most influential of antiquity, while at the same time fit perfectly as important teachings for overcoming the adversities of contemporary life. This edition, prefaced b
'The Art of Living' is an ancient text offers ninety-three witty and wise instructions to meet the challenges of everyday life successfully. It is written by Epictetus, a Greek Stoic philosopher and one of the greatest of the ancient thinkers. Epi
A beautiful special clothbound edition of the Greek Stoic philosopher's great writings 'I must die. But must I die bawling?' Epictetus, a Greek Stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicopolis in the early second century CE
A superb new edition of Epictetuss famed handbook on Stoicismtranslated by one of the worlds leading authorities on Stoic philosophy Born a slave, the Roman Stoic philosopher Epictetus (c. 55135 AD) taught that mental freedom is supreme, since it can libe
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Although he was born into slavery and endured a permanent physical disability, Epictetus (ca. 50-ca. 130 AD) maintained that all people are free to control their lives and to live in harmony with nature. We will always be happy, he argued, if we learn to
The Art of Living is a compilation of three of the most important works by the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, translated into English by George Long. Long's translations are highly regarded for their accuracy and accessibility. The compilation includes
From slave to sage. Epictetus was a crippled Greek slave of Phrygia during Neros reign (AD 5468) who heard lectures by the Stoic Musonius before he was freed. Expelled with other philosophers by the emperor Domitian in 89 or 92, he settled permanently in
From slave to sage. Epictetus was a crippled Greek slave of Phrygia during Neros reign (AD 5468) who heard lectures by the Stoic Musonius before he was freed. Expelled with other philosophers by the emperor Domitian in 89 or 92, he settled permanently in
The complete surviving works of Epictetus, the most influential Stoic philosopher from antiquity. Some things are up to us and some are not. Epictetus was born into slavery around the year 50 CE, and, upon being granted his freedom, he set himself up as