Publisher's Synopsis
The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius is a book written by John Jackson in 1906. The book is a translation of the personal writings of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, who reigned from 161 to 180 AD. The Meditations is a collection of philosophical reflections and meditations that Marcus Aurelius wrote to himself during his reign. The book is divided into twelve chapters, and each chapter covers different topics such as self-improvement, the nature of the universe, and the importance of living a virtuous life. The Meditations is considered to be one of the most important works of Stoic philosophy, and it has been praised for its wisdom and practical advice for living a meaningful life. This edition of The Meditations includes an introduction by John Jackson, which provides historical context and background information on Marcus Aurelius and Stoicism. Overall, The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius is a timeless classic that offers insight into the mind of one of history's greatest leaders and philosophers.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.
