Meditations - Marcus Aurelius nature spread widely during his lifetime

spread widely during his lifetime

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The accessible introduction and clear notes examine the historical and philosophical background of the work and discuss its significance for modern political thought

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Meditations - Marcus Aurelius nature spread widely during his lifetimeOriginally written only for his personal consumption, Marcus Aurelius's Meditations has become a key text in the understanding of Roman Stoic philosophy. This Penguin Classics edition is translated with notes by Martin Hammond and an introduction by Diskin Clay. Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections and exercises