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The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius

By: Marcus Aurelius
Narrated by: Jonathan Waters
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Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy.

The Meditations is divided into 12 books that chronicle different periods of Marcus' life. Each book is not in chronological order and it was written for no one but himself. The style of writing that permeates the text is one that is simplified, straightforward, and perhaps reflecting Marcus' Stoic perspective on the text.

Depending on the English translation, Marcus' style is not viewed as anything regal or belonging to royalty, but rather a man among other men, which allows the reader to relate to his wisdom. Marcus Aurelius wrote Meditations at his base in Sirmium, in modern Serbia, and also while positioned at the city of Aquincum, while on campaign in Pannonia, which included modern Hungary.

Public Domain (P)2018 Combray Media Philosophy Political Science Politics & Government Stoicism Meditation
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Incorrect translations and conflated inference. An American butchering of a classic. Waste of money and time, there are free versions of this which are immeasurably better.

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