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Number of Pages: 256. Weight: 0.41 lbs. Publication Date: 2003-05-06. ISBN13: 9780812968255.
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PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-100812968255
ISBN-139780812968255
eBay Product ID (ePID)38033
Product Key Features
Book TitleMeditations
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicEthics & Moral Philosophy, History & Surveys / Ancient & Classical, General, Spiritualism
Publication Year2003
GenreBody, Mind & Spirit, Philosophy
AuthorMarcus Aurelius
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight6.8 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"Here, for our age, is [Marcus's] great work presented in its entirety, strongly introduced and freshly, elegantly translated." -Robert Fagles From the Trade Paperback edition., "Here, for our age, is [Marcus's] great work presented in its entirety, strongly introduced and freshly, elegantly translated." -Robert Fagles
Dewey Decimal188
SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLER - " Meditations offers a glimpse into [Marcus Aurelius's] mind, his habits, and his approach to life. . . . I think any reader would find something useful to take away from it."--James Clear, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Atomic Habits "To me, this is the greatest book ever written. . . . It is the definitive text on self-discipline, personal ethics, humility, self-actualization, and strength. . . . If you're going to read it, you absolutely have to go with the Gregory Hays translation."--Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Obstacle Is the Way "It is unbelievable to see how the emperor's words have stood the test of time. . . . Read a page or two anytime you feel like the world is too much."--Arnold Schwarzenegger, The Wall Street Journal Nearly two thousand years after it was written, Meditations remains profoundly relevant for anyone seeking to lead a meaningful life. Your ability to control your thoughts--treat it with respect. It's all that protects your mind from false perceptions--false to your nature, and that of all rational beings. A series of spiritual exercises filled with wisdom, practical guidance, and profound understanding of human behavior, Marcus Aurelius's Meditations remains one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever written. With bite-size insights and advice on everything from living in the world to coping with adversity and interacting with others, Meditations has become required reading not only for statesmen and philosophers alike, but also for generations of readers who responded to the straightforward intimacy of his style. In Gregory Hays's translation--the first in nearly four decades--Marcus's thoughts speak with a new immediacy. In fresh and unencumbered English, Hays vividly conveys the spareness and compression of the original Greek text. Never before have Marcus's insights been so directly and powerfully presented. With an Introduction that outlines Marcus's life and career, the essentials of Stoic doctrine, the style and construction of the Meditations, and the work's ongoing influence, this edition makes it possible to fully rediscover the thoughts of one of the most enlightened and intelligent leaders of any era., NATIONAL BESTSELLER * " Meditations offers a glimpse into [Marcus Aurelius's] mind, his habits, and his approach to life. . . . I think any reader would find something useful to take away from it."--James Clear, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Atomic Habits "To me, this is the greatest book ever written. . . . It is the definitive text on self-discipline, personal ethics, humility, self-actualization, and strength. . . . If you're going to read it, you absolutely have to go with the Gregory Hays translation."--Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Obstacle Is the Way "It is unbelievable to see how the emperor's words have stood the test of time. . . . Read a page or two anytime you feel like the world is too much."--Arnold Schwarzenegger, The Wall Street Journal Nearly two thousand years after it was written, Meditations remains profoundly relevant for anyone seeking to lead a meaningful life. Your ability to control your thoughts--treat it with respect. It's all that protects your mind from false perceptions--false to your nature, and that of all rational beings. A series of spiritual exercises filled with wisdom, practical guidance, and profound understanding of human behavior, Marcus Aurelius's Meditations remains one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever written. With bite-size insights and advice on everything from living in the world to coping with adversity and interacting with others, Meditations has become required reading not only for statesmen and philosophers alike, but also for generations of readers who responded to the straightforward intimacy of his style. In Gregory Hays's translation--the first in nearly four decades--Marcus's thoughts speak with a new immediacy. In fresh and unencumbered English, Hays vividly conveys the spareness and compression of the original Greek text. Never before have Marcus's insights been so directly and powerfully presented. With an Introduction that outlines Marcus's life and career, the essentials of Stoic doctrine, the style and construction of the Meditations, and the work's ongoing influence, this edition makes it possible to fully rediscover the thoughts of one of the most enlightened and intelligent leaders of any era., Nearly two thousand years after it was written, Meditations remains profoundly relevant for anyone seeking to lead a meaningful life. Few ancient works have been as influential as the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, philosopher and emperor of Rome (A.D. 161-180). A series of spiritual exercises filled with wisdom, practical guidance, and profound understanding of human behavior, it remains one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever written. Marcus's insights and advice--on everything from living in the world to coping with adversity and interacting with others--have made the Meditations required reading for statesmen and philosophers alike, while generations of ordinary readers have responded to the straightforward intimacy of his style. For anyone who struggles to reconcile the demands of leadership with a concern for personal integrity and spiritual well-being, the Meditations remains as relevant now as it was two thousand years ago. In Gregory Hays's new translation--the first in thirty-five years--Marcus's thoughts speak with a new immediacy. In fresh and unencumbered English, Hays vividly conveys the spareness and compression of the original Greek text. Never before have Marcus's insights been so directly and powerfully presented. With an Introduction that outlines Marcus's life and career, the essentials of Stoic doctrine, the style and construction of the Meditations, and the work's ongoing influence, this edition makes it possible to fully rediscover the thoughts of one of the most enlightened and intelligent leaders of any era.
LC Classification NumberB580
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- Jun 19, 2019
Essential Life Reading
Everyone should keep a copy at bedside. Makes a phenomenal gift for anyone- Graduation, Father’s Day, Birthday. Gave it to my 89 year Father whose mind is still sharp — he can’t put it down — he peruses it daily and talks about the richness of thought and wisdom every time I call him on the phone.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Mar 26, 2019
Words to live your life by.
Lots of insightful advice on how to live your life. What he had to say 1,900 years ago still resonants loud & clear to any thinking person. Every country should pray to have a philosopher king like this wise man -- especially our country with our irrational, unbalanced & divisive leader.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Sep 04, 2019
Wonderful
A must have addition to any library. This one has an introduction by Gregory Hays. Excellent translation!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jul 27, 2021
Want Character?.... read this....
Emporer Marcus Aurelius' private journal entries on shaping one's character. Equally valuable across all stations in life. A must-read for all women and men who truly desire to make the most of their lives, regardless of circumstances.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 23, 2018
Great Stoic Classic!
Newer translation, excellent Introduction to this classic.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Feb 06, 2024
Brilliant quotes.
Oh my goodness. You will recognize so many quotes that you never knew were the work of this ancient Roman ruler.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 15, 2021
Awesome Read
What a good book to open ones mindVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 19, 2019
Worth it.
Amazing book written in old times but extremely useful in modern times.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Mar 29, 2023
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