“A rational nature admits of nothing but what is serviceable to the rest of mankind.”
Quote by Marcus Aurelius
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The Emperor-Marcus Antonius: his conversation with himself. together with the preliminary discourse of the learned Gataker
This book is a collection of philosophical musings by Marcus Antonius, the Roman Emperor, in the form of a dialogue with himself. It is accompanied by a scholarly introduction written by the learned Gataker, providing context and analysis of Antonius's thoughts and experiences. more
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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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