“Because other people are fools, must you be so too?”
Quote by Marcus Aurelius
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The Emperor Marcus Antoninus His Conversation with Himself: Together with the Preliminary Discourse of the Learned Gataker ; as Also the Emperor's Life
This book is a compilation of the philosophical musings of Marcus Antoninus, a Roman Emperor, and includes a preliminary discourse by the learned Gataker. It also features a biography of Marcus Antoninus, providing insight into his life and thought. more
Author
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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