Publisher's Synopsis
The Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion and Fragments is a book by Epictetus, a Greek philosopher who lived in the 1st and 2nd century AD. The book was first published in 1920 and contains a collection of Epictetus' teachings on Stoicism. The Discourses are a series of lectures given by Epictetus to his students, covering a wide range of topics such as ethics, morality, and the nature of the universe. The Encheiridion, also known as the Manual, is a short handbook that summarizes the key teachings of Stoicism, including the importance of self-control, acceptance of fate, and living in accordance with nature. In addition to the Discourses and Encheiridion, the book also includes Fragments, which are short excerpts from Epictetus' writings that were not included in the original Discourses. Overall, The Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion and Fragments is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Stoic philosophy and the teachings of one of its most important figures. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Epictetus' ideas and offers insights into how they can be applied to modern life.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.
