Publisher's Synopsis
Epicurus, an ancient Greek philosopher, tells us that happiness is being free from physical and mental pain, that is, we are happy when we have a healthy body and tranquil psyche. This book explores Epicurus' way to happiness, including the problems that Epicurus tells us we will encounter trying to achieve happiness; the directions that Epicurus offers to help us to achieve happiness; and finally, the strategies that Epicurus offers to help us to overcome the problems and to successfully follow his directions.Quotations are new translations from the Greek texts available today. All key words are linked to the original Greek words together with their meanings and nuances, allowing readers to explore the full richness of the original Greek words and to choose the meanings and nuances that they think better suit particular quotations.This book is part of the series 'Ways of the World' in which Gary explores different ways of the world that have helped to shape his mind, and he suggests, the minds of many in the world today - including religious, philosophical and secular ways. Books in this series currently include: 'The Way of the Stoic Epictetus - a Short Introduction', 'Exploring the Way of the Stoic Epictetus - A Short Introduction', 'Exploring the Way of Epictetus', 'Exploring the Way of the Buddha', 'Exploring the Way of Lao Tzu', 'Exploring the Way of Jesus', and this book 'Exploring the Way of Epicurus'.
