These spiritual reflections of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180) show a leader trying to make sense of himself and the universe, and cover diverse topics such as the question of virtue, human rationality and the nature of the gods.
These spiritual reflections of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180) show a leader trying to make sense of himself and the universe, and cover diverse topics such as the question of virtue, human rationality and the nature of the gods. In developing his personal beliefs, Aurelius created one of the greatest works of philosophy- a series of wise and practical aphorisms that have been consulted by statesmen, thinkers and everyday philosophers for almost two thousand years.
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Marcus Aurelius Imprint: Penguin Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 179mm,
Width: 112mm,
Spine: 23mm
Weight: 166g ISBN:9780143566328 ISBN 10: 0143566326 Pages: 304 Publication Date:05 September 2011 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
