Seneca

Dialogues and Essays (Oxford World's Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780199552405
author:
Seneca
format:
Paperback
publisher:
OUP Oxford
language:
English
Publication Year:
2008
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
19.3 x 2.03 x 12.7 centimetres (
Genre:
Literary essays
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£10.37

Description

This superb volume offers the finest translation of Seneca's dialogues and essays in print, capturing the full range of his philosophical interests. Written by a tutor to the young emperor Nero, Seneca's practical philosophy draws upon contemporary Roman life and illuminates the intellectual concerns of the day.

Seneca's accessible style makes his writing especially attractive as an introduction to Stoic philosophy, tackling subjects such as the shortness of life, tranquility of mind, anger, mercy, happiness, and grief at the loss of a loved one. This edition combines a clear and modern translation with a fascinating introduction that provides valuable context.

With its fullest notes of any comparable edition, this book is an ideal choice for anyone looking to explore Seneca's thought-provoking ideas and their enduring relevance today.

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