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(Markou Antoninou autokratoros Ta eis heauton): The meditations of the Emperor Marcus Antoninus

This book is a compilation of Marcus Aurelius' private thoughts and insights, offering a glimpse into the mind of a Stoic philosopher and ruler during the second century AD. more

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Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius

Marcus Aurelius, born in 121 AD and died in 180 AD, was an emperor of the Roman Empire. He is one of the Five Good Emperors and is known for his philosophical thoughts and the stability of his reign. He was not only an outstanding politician but also a famous Stoic philosopher, whose work 'Meditations' has had a profound impact on later generations. more

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