Publisher's Synopsis
""The Stoics and the Early Roman Empire"" is a scholarly book written by T. R. Glover that explores the philosophy of Stoicism and its impact on the Roman Empire during its early years. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Stoic school of thought, including its origins, key concepts, and notable figures such as Zeno of Citium, Epictetus, and Seneca. Glover also examines the relationship between Stoicism and the Roman Empire, arguing that the Stoic philosophy was particularly appealing to the Romans due to its emphasis on self-control, rationality, and the pursuit of virtue. He explores how Stoicism influenced the political and social structures of Rome, as well as the daily lives of its citizens. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Stoicism and its impact on the Roman Empire. Glover draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including ancient texts and modern scholarship, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the subject matter. Overall, ""The Stoics and the Early Roman Empire"" is an insightful and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of philosophy, ancient Rome, or the intersection of philosophy and politics.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Conflict of Religions in the Early Roman Empire, by T. R. Glover. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766126730.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.