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Emperor's Handbook : A New Translation of the Meditations by Marcus Aurelius (2002, Hardcover)
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Emperor's Handbook : A New Translation of the Meditations, Hardcover by Marcus Aurelius, Emperor of Rome; Hicks, C. Scot (TRN); Hicks, David V., ISBN 0743233832, ISBN-13 9780743233835, Brand New, Free shipping in the US A new translation offers readers a practical handbook to life and leadership, filled with classical stoic wisdom and advice.
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PublisherScribner
ISBN-100743233832
ISBN-139780743233835
eBay Product ID (ePID)2251489
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Book TitleEmperor's Handbook : a New Translation of the Meditations
Number of Pages160 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMeditations, Ancient / Rome, Ethics & Moral Philosophy, History & Surveys / Ancient & Classical, General
Publication Year2002
IllustratorYes
GenrePhilosophy, Self-Help, History
AuthorMarcus Aurelius
FormatHardcover
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Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight9.1 Oz
Item Length8.4 in
Item Width5.5 in
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LCCN2002-075232
ReviewsJosiah Bunting IISuperintendent, Virginia Military InstituteTimeless, magnificent, simple: the essential book on character, leadership, duty. No translation does the Emperor's Meditations better or nobler justice., Donald Kagan Hillhouse Professor of History and Classics at Yale University The wisdom contained in this handbook has been admired through the ages. The Hicks brothers' excellently clear translation happily now makes it accessible., Josiah Bunting II Superintendent, Virginia Military Institute Timeless, magnificent, simple: the essential book on character, leadership, duty. No translation does the Emperor's Meditations better or nobler justice., Admiral Stansfield TurnerFormer Director of the CIAAll of us today would do well to take counsel from Marcus Aurelius. His pithy aphorisms lay out a philosophy of individual responsibility that should be of great value to each of us, whether in leading fulfilling lives, managing corporations, or leading countries., Kenneth L. Woodward author of The Book of Miracles David and Scot Hicks have endowed serious readers with a marvelous new translation of a text that still challenges any society that hopes to understand what it means to be civilized., Kenneth L. Woodwardauthor of The Book of Miracles David and Scot Hicks have endowed serious readers with a marvelous new translation of a text that still challenges any society that hopes to understand what it means to be civilized., Victor Davis HansonProfessor of Classics at California State UniversityThis new, accessible translation by Scot and David Hicks of the emperor's famous Stoic handbook reflects far better the flavor of Marcus Aurelius's own style. Americans should read Marcus -- and this new edition now makes it a joy., Jacques Barzunauthor ofFrom Dawn to DecadenceTheMeditationsis a work I disliked for its flaccid piety and self-concern from the time I read it years ago. But a look for curiosity's sake into this new translation has led me to read it all with genuine pleasure. The philosophical observations are the same but the tone is manly and there is a subtle and agreeable variety as the subject changes from self to the world and to the gods., Kenneth L. Woodwardauthor ofThe Book of MiraclesDavid and Scot Hicks have endowed serious readers with a marvelous new translation of a text that still challenges any society that hopes to understand what it means to be civilized., Josiah Bunting IISuperintendent, Virginia Military InstituteTimeless, magnificent, simple:theessential book on character, leadership, duty. No translation does the Emperor'sMeditationsbetter or nobler justice., Jacques Barzunauthor of From Dawn to Decadence The Meditations is a work I disliked for its flaccid piety and self-concern from the time I read it years ago. But a look for curiosity's sake into this new translation has led me to read it all with genuine pleasure. The philosophical observations are the same but the tone is manly and there is a subtle and agreeable variety as the subject changes from self to the world and to the gods., Donald KaganHillhouse Professor of History and Classics at Yale UniversityThe wisdom contained in this handbook has been admired through the ages. The Hicks brothers' excellently clear translation happily now makes it accessible., Jacques Barzun author of From Dawn to Decadence The Meditations is a work I disliked for its flaccid piety and self-concern from the time I read it years ago. But a look for curiosity's sake into this new translation has led me to read it all with genuine pleasure. The philosophical observations are the same but the tone is manly and there is a subtle and agreeable variety as the subject changes from self to the world and to the gods., Kenneth L. Woodwardauthor of The Book of MiraclesDavid and Scot Hicks have endowed serious readers with a marvelous new translation of a text that still challenges any society that hopes to understand what it means to be civilized., Admiral Stansfield Turner Former Director of the CIA All of us today would do well to take counsel from Marcus Aurelius. His pithy aphorisms lay out a philosophy of individual responsibility that should be of great value to each of us, whether in leading fulfilling lives, managing corporations, or leading countries., "A must read for business leaders. This is a fantastic achievement." --Steve Forbes "This new, accessible translation by Scot and David Hicks of the emperor's famous Stoic handbook reflects far better the flavor of Marcus Aurelius's own style. Americans should read Marcus - and this new edition now makes it a joy." --Victor Davis Hanson, Professor of Classics at California State University "Timeless, magnificent, simple: the essential book on character, leadership, duty. No translation does the Emperor's Meditations better or nobler justice." --Josiah Bunting II Superintendent, Virginia Military Institute "The Meditations is a work I disliked for its flaccid piety and self-concern from the time I read it years ago. But a look for curiosity's sake into this new translation has led me to read it all with genuine pleasure. The philosophical observations are the same but the tone is manly and there is a subtle and agreeable variety as the subject changes from self to the world and to the gods." --Jacques Barzun, author of From Dawn to Decadence "The wisdom contained in this handbook has been admired through the ages. The Hicks brothers' excellently clear translation happily now makes it accessible." -- Donald Kagan Hillhouse, Professor of History and Classics at Yale University "David and Scot Hicks have endowed serious readers with a marvelous new translation of a text that still challenges any society that hopes to understand what it means to be civilized." -- Kenneth L. Woodward author of The Book of Miracles, Victor Davis Hanson Professor of Classics at California State University This new, accessible translation by Scot and David Hicks of the emperor's famous Stoic handbook reflects far better the flavor of Marcus Aurelius's own style. Americans should read Marcus -- and this new edition now makes it a joy.
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Table Of ContentContents Introduction Book One Book Two Book Three Book Four Book Five Book Six Book Seven Book Eight Book Nine Book Ten Book Eleven Book Twelve subject index
SynopsisA powerful and accessible translation of Marcus Aurelius's Meditations , an essential book on character, leadership, and how to live a fulfilling life. Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire at its height, yet he remained untainted by the incalculable wealth and absolute power that had corrupted many of his predecessors. He knew the secret of how to live the good life amid trying and often catastrophic circumstances, of how to find happiness and peace when surrounded by misery and turmoil, and of how to choose the harder right over the easier wrong without regard for self-interest. The Emperor's Handbook offers a vivid and fresh translation of this important piece of ancient literature. It brings Marcus's words to life and shows his wisdom to be as relevant today as it was in the second century. This book speaks to the soul of anyone who has ever faced adversity or believed in a better day., In the tradition of The Art of Living and Marcus Aurelius' Meditations --a practical book of timeless advice from one of the most powerful individuals in history--available for the first time in a highly accessible translation, including several unique features for contemporary readers and users of daily wisdom guides. Essayist Matthew Arnold described the man who wrote these words as "the most beautiful figure in history." Possibly so, but he was certainly more than that. Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire at its height, yet he remained untainted by the incalculable wealth and absolute power that had corrupted many of his predecessors. Marcus knew the secret of how to live the good life amid trying and often catastrophic circumstances, of how to find happiness and peace when surrounded by misery and turmoil, and of how to choose the harder right over the easier wrong without apparent regard for self-interest. The historian Michael Grant praises Marcus's book as "the best ever written by a major ruler," and Josiah Bunting, superintendent of the Virginia Military Institute, calls it "the essential book on character, leadership, duty." Never intended for publication, the Meditations contains the practical and inspiring wisdom by which this remarkable emperor lived the life not of a saintly recluse, but of a general, administrator, legislator, spouse, parent, and judge besieged on all sides. The Emperor's Handbook offers a vivid and fresh translation of this important piece of ancient literature. It brings Marcus's words to life and shows his wisdom to be as relevant today as it was in the second century. This book belongs on the desk and in the briefcase of every business executive, political leader, and military officer. It speaks to the soul of anyone who has ever exercised authority or faced adversity or believed in a better day., BEAR IN MIND THAT THEMEASURE OF A MAN IS THE WORTH OF THE THINGS HE CARES ABOUT.IF IT IS GOOD TO SAY OR DOSOMETHING, THEN IT ISEVEN BETTER TO BE CRITICIZED FORHAVING SAID OR DONE IT.ARE MY GUIDING PRINCIPLESHEALTHY AND ROBUST? ON THIS HANGS EVERYTHING. Essayist Matthew Arnold described the man who wrote these words as "the most beautiful figure in history." Possibly so, but he was certainly more than that. Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire at its height, yet he remained untainted by the incalculable wealth and absolute power that had corrupted many of his predecessors. Marcus knew the secret of how to live the good life amid trying and often catastrophic circumstances, of how to find happiness and peace when surrounded by misery and turmoil, and of how to choose the harder right over the easier wrong without apparent regard for self-interest.The historian Michael Grant praises Marcus's book as "the best ever written by a major ruler," and Josiah Bunting, superintendent of the Virginia Military Institute, calls it "the essential book on character, leadership, duty." Never intended for publication, the Meditations contains the practical and inspiring wisdom by which this remarkable emperor lived the life not of a saintly recluse, but of a general, administrator, legislator, spouse, parent, and judge besieged on all sides.The Emperor's Handbookoffers a vivid and fresh translation of this important piece of ancient literature. It brings Marcus's words to life and shows his wisdom to be as relevant today as it was in the second century. This book belongs on the desk and in the briefcase of every business executive, political leader, and military officer. It speaks to the soul of anyone who has ever exercised authority or faced adversity or believed in a better day.
LC Classification NumberB580.H53 M3713 2002
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- Dec 27, 2022
Roman leader advocates success and fulfillment
A concise and easily read contemporary translation of the compelling collection of insights and guiding principles for command of one's own life and an empire, set forth by a Roman emperor, more often published as "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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This translation is very good. Marcus Aurelius’s thoughts give me focus and intention. His words are very much appreciated in our modern world.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 07, 2018
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I appreciate this translation. It's use of modern language makes the text easily available to understand and so be inspired by.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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