The Meditations Of Marcus Aurelius Antonius (1906)

By John Jackson

Book Overview

""The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius"" is a philosophical book originally written in Greek by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius in the second century AD. In this book, Aurelius reflects on his own life experiences and offers advice on how to live a virtuous and fulfilling life. The book is divided into 12 books, each containing a series of meditations on various topics such as the nature of the universe, the importance of self-control, and the value of friendship. This particular edition of the book was translated into English by John Jackson in 1906. Jackson's translation is highly regarded for its accuracy and clarity, making it a popular choice for readers interested in ancient philosophy. In addition to the translation of the text, this edition also includes an introduction by Jackson that provides historical context and insight into Aurelius' life and philosophy. Overall, ""The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius"" is a timeless work of philosophy that continues to inspire readers to this day.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164287427
• ISBN13: 9781164287421
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"