Stoic philosopher and tutor to the young emperor Nero, Seneca wrote moral essays - exercises in practical philosophy - on how to live in a troubled world. Strikingly applicable today, his thoughts on happiness and other subjects are here combined in a clear, modern translation with an introduction on Seneca's life and philosophy.
Information
Editorial:
Oxford University Press
Formato:
Paperback
Número de páginas:
298
Idioma:
en
ISBN:
9780199552405
Año de publicación:
2008
Fecha publicación:
11 de Septiembre de 2008
Seneca
Seneca, a Roman philosopher and playwright, is best known for his collection of essays and letters, "Moral Epistles." His writing style is characterized by its clarity, wisdom, and practical advice. Seneca's key contributions to literature include his exploration of Stoic philosophy and his influence on later thinkers such as Montaigne and Descartes.