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A new series of beautiful hardcover nonfiction classics, with covers designed by Coralie Bickford-Smith
World-changing ideas meet eye-catching design: the best titles of the extraordinarily successful Great Ideas series are now packaged in Coralie Bickford-Smith’s distinctive, award-winning covers. Whether on a well-curated shelf or in your back pocket, these timeless works of philosophical, political, and psychological thought are absolute must-haves for book collectors as well as design enthusiasts.
A philosophy that saw self-possession as the key to an existence lived "in accordance with nature," Stoicism called for the restraint of animal instincts and the severing of emotional ties. These beliefs were formulated by the Athenian followers of Zeno in the fourth century BC, but it was in Seneca that the Stoics found their most eloquent advocate. Stoicism, as expressed in the Letters, helped ease pagan Rome’s transition to Christianity, for it upholds upright ethical ideals and extols virtuous living, as well as expressing disgust for the harsh treatment of slaves and the inhumane slaughter witnessed in the Roman arenas. Seneca’s major contribution to a seemingly unsympathetic creed was to transform it into a powerfully moving and inspiring declaration of the dignity of the individual mind. Robin Campbell’s distinguished translation captures Seneca’s humour and concise, memorable aphorisms and his introduction discusses the tensions between Seneca’s philosophy and his turbulent career as adviser to the tyrannical emperor Nero.
For more than sixty-five years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,500 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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Discover the timeless wisdom of Stoicism with "Letters from a Stoic" - a captivating masterpiece now available in a beautiful hardcover edition. Designed by the talented Coralie Bickford-Smith, this book is not just a treat for the mind, but also a feast for the eyes. Whether you're an avid collector or a design enthusiast, this is a must-have addition to your bookshelf. Let the extraordinary ideas of philosophical, political, and psychological thought inspire and transform your life.
Imagine living a life in harmony with nature, where self-possession is the key to true existence. Stoicism, a philosophy rooted in Athenian beliefs, advocates for the restraint of animal instincts and emotional attachments. And in "Letters from a Stoic," Seneca, the eloquent advocate of Stoicism, presents a powerful declaration of the dignity of the individual mind. Gain valuable insights into virtuous living, ethical ideals, and the pursuit of a fulfilling life.
Seneca's profound writings not only influenced ancient Rome but continue to resonate today. In this translation by Robin Campbell, experience the wit and wisdom of Seneca through concise, memorable aphorisms. From despising the mistreatment of slaves to condemning the brutality of the Roman arenas, Seneca's words will awaken your sense of justice and inspire positive change in the world.
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