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"The Art of Living"
Epictetus
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Description for "The Art of Living"
Paperback. Epictetus observed that although everyday life is fraught with difficulty, a life of virtue is within reach. By putting into practice the 93 witty, wise, and razor-sharp instructions, this work helps readers learn to gracefully meet the challenges of everyday life as well as life's inevitable major losses and disappointments. Series: Plus. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 125 x 10. Weight in Grams: 118.
"An immense dose of Epictetus would do us all a great deal of good, and I am grateful (beyond irony) to Tom Wolfe for reviving Epictetus" - Harold Bloom. So what makes the writings of this former slave so powerful today? Epictetus observed that although everyday life is fraught with difficulty, a life of virtue is within reach. He dedicated his life to outlining the simple way to happiness, fulfillment, and tranquility. By putting into practice the 93 witty, wise, and razor-sharp instructions that make up "The Art of Living", readers learn to gracefully meet the challenges of everyday life ... Read more
"An immense dose of Epictetus would do us all a great deal of good, and I am grateful (beyond irony) to Tom Wolfe for reviving Epictetus" - Harold Bloom. So what makes the writings of this former slave so powerful today? Epictetus observed that although everyday life is fraught with difficulty, a life of virtue is within reach. He dedicated his life to outlining the simple way to happiness, fulfillment, and tranquility. By putting into practice the 93 witty, wise, and razor-sharp instructions that make up "The Art of Living", readers learn to gracefully meet the challenges of everyday life ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
HarperOne
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Series
Plus
Condition
New
Number of Pages
144
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780061286056
SKU
V9780061286056
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About Epictetus
Epictetus (circa 55-135 ce) taught in Rome until the year 94 ce, when Emperor Domitian banished philosophers from the city. In exile, he established a school of philosophy where his distinguished students included Marcus Aurelius, author of Meditations. Some 1,863 years after Epictetus's death, Tom Wolfe revived his philosophy in the bestselling novel A Man in Full. ... Read more
Reviews for "The Art of Living"
"A treasury of eternally good advice, wise as a grandfather, earthy as the Tao."
Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart "The message of Epictetus is as vital today as it ever was."
Jacob Needleman, author of The Heart of Philosophy "Epictetus sounds like the Buddha, and Sharon Lebell's voice makes him sound like the delightful man ... Read more
Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart "The message of Epictetus is as vital today as it ever was."
Jacob Needleman, author of The Heart of Philosophy "Epictetus sounds like the Buddha, and Sharon Lebell's voice makes him sound like the delightful man ... Read more