Greek and Roman Stoicism and Some of Its Disciples: Epictetus, Seneca and Marcus Aurelius

By Charles Henry Stanley Davis

Book Overview

Greek and Roman Stoicism and Some of Its Disciples: Epictetus, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius is a book written by Charles H. Stanley Davis. The book is a comprehensive study of the philosophy of Stoicism, a school of thought that originated in Greece and was later adopted by the Romans. The author explores the key tenets of Stoicism, including the importance of reason, self-control, and the pursuit of virtue.The book also delves into the lives and works of three prominent Stoic philosophers: Epictetus, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius. Davis provides an in-depth analysis of their writings, highlighting their contributions to the Stoic philosophy and their impact on Western thought.Epictetus, a former slave, is known for his teachings on personal responsibility and the importance of living in accordance with nature. Seneca, a Roman statesman and philosopher, is famous for his writings on ethics and the nature of fate. Marcus Aurelius, the Roman emperor, is renowned for his book Meditations, which reflects on his personal philosophy and the principles of Stoicism.The book also explores the influence of Stoicism on later philosophers, such as Immanuel Kant and Friedrich Nietzsche. Overall, Greek and Roman Stoicism and Some of Its Disciples: Epictetus, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most influential philosophical schools in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432533150
• ISBN13: 9781432533151
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"