Publisher's Synopsis
""Selections From The Thoughts Of Marcus Aurelius Antonius, Emperor Of Rome"" is a book edited by Mary Wilder Tileston that features a collection of philosophical musings and reflections from the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Considered as one of the greatest works of ancient philosophy, this book offers a glimpse into the mind of a powerful leader who was also a Stoic philosopher. The selected passages cover a wide range of topics, including the nature of the universe, the importance of virtue, the power of the mind, and the inevitability of death. Through his writings, Marcus Aurelius encourages readers to live a life of wisdom, self-discipline, and moral integrity. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient philosophy, Stoicism, or the history of Rome.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.