Letters from a Stoic

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<p><b>DISCOVER THE ENDURING LEGACY OF ANCIENT STOICISM</b></p><p>Since Roman antiquity, Lucius Annaeus Senecas Letters have been one of the greatest expressions of Stoic philosophy. In a highly accessible and timeless way, Seneca reveals the importance of cultivating virtue and the fleeting nature of time, and how being clear sighted about death allows us to live a life of meaning and contentment.</p><p>Letters from a Stoic continues to fascinate and inspire new generations of readers, including those interested in mindfulness and psychological techniques for well-being.</p><p>This deluxe hardback selected edition includes Senecas first 65 letters from the Richard M. Gummere translation.  An insightful introduction by Donald Robertson traces Senecas busy life at the centre of Roman power, explores how he reconciled his Stoic outlook with vast personal wealth, and highlights Senecas relevance for the modern reader.</p>

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<p><b>Lucius Annaeus Seneca</b> was a Roman philosopher, statesman, orator and tragedian. He was one of Romes leading intellectual figures in the mid-1st century CE, and as Emperor Neros closest adviser effectively governed Rome for five years. Seneca was born in Corduba in Hispania, raised in Rome, and trained in rhetoric and philosophy. His many essays and letters make him a central figure in the history of Stoicism.</p><p><b>Donald Robertson</b> is a cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist, writer, and trainer, specializing in the relationship between philosophy, psychology, and self-improvement. Hes particularly known for his work on Stoic philosophy, and is the author of<i>How To Think Like A Roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius</i>.<p><b>Tom Butler-Bowdon</b> is Series Editor of the Capstone Classics series, and has provided Introductions for Platos<i>Republic</i>, Adam Smiths<i>Wealth of Nations</i>, Machiavellis<i>The Prince</i>, Florence Scovel Shinns<i>The Game of Life and How to Play It</i>, and Kahlil Gibrans<i>The Prophet</i>. A graduate of the London School of Economics, he is also the author of<i>50 Economics Classics</i> (2017) and<i>50 Politics Classics</i> (2015).<p><b>www.butler-bowdon.com</b></p>

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