Publisher's Synopsis
The Golden Book of Marcus Aurelius is a classic philosophical work by the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, translated and annotated by Meric Casaubon. The book is a collection of personal reflections and meditations that Marcus Aurelius wrote during his reign, offering insight into his Stoic philosophy and approach to life. The text is divided into twelve books and covers a range of topics, including the nature of the universe, the role of reason in human life, and the importance of living in accordance with virtue. Casaubon's translation is highly regarded for its clarity and accuracy, and his annotations provide helpful context and commentary on the text. The Golden Book of Marcus Aurelius is a timeless work that continues to inspire readers with its wisdom and insight into the human condition.1906. The Golden Book of Marcus Aurelius is comprised of notes written to himself during his many years of military campaigns. Contents include 12 books of his musings and stoic philosophical thought.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.
