Christopher Star
Seneca (Understanding Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848858909
- author:
- Christopher Star
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- I.B.Tauris
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 13.7 x 1.8 x 21.3 cm
- Genre:
- History, Ancient History & Civilisation, Rome, Christopher Star,Seneca (Understanding Classics),I.B.Tauris,1848858906,Literary Criticism,General,History & Theory,History,Literature - Classics / Criticism,Ancient - Rome,Ancient Rome,Ancient and Classi
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Lucius Annaeus Seneca was a statesman, dramatist and philosopher whose ideas had a profound impact on Western thought. For centuries, his life and works were overlooked, but recent interest has led to a renewed appreciation for his remarkable achievements.
This book offers the first in-depth introduction to Seneca's life and philosophy in many years, shedding new light on his significant contributions to political philosophy and the philosophy of emotions. A key figure in the history of ideas and literature, Seneca's work continues to influence contemporary thought.
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