Greek & Roman

One of the most significant books ever written by a head of state, the Meditations are a collection of philosophical thoughts by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius....

The Daily Stoic offers a daily devotional of Stoic insights and exercises, featuring all-new translations from Emperor Marcus Aurelius, playwright Seneca, and many more....

Nearly two thousand years after it was written, Meditations remains profoundly relevant for anyone seeking to lead a meaningful life....

In his bestselling book Courage is Calling, author Ryan Holiday made the Stoic case for a bold and brave life. In this much-anticipated second book of his Stoic Virtue series, Holiday celebrates the awesome power of self-discipline and those who have seized it....

The Complete Strategy Collection, a compilation of ancient and historical philosophies, will increase your knowledge of strategy, conflict, and adversity throughout the ages, giving you valuable insight into the past while opening a window to the future....

In his New York Times bestselling book, Discipline Is Destiny, Ryan Holiday made the Stoic case for a life of self-discipline. In this much-anticipated third installment in the Stoic Virtues series, he argues for the necessity of doing what’s right—even when it isn’t easy....

The author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation shows how a deeper understanding of the world's philosophical wisdom can enrich and transform our lives....

Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections and exercises developed as the leader struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe....

Seeing self-possession as the key to an existence lived 'in accordance with nature', the Stoic philosophy called for the restraint of animal instincts and the importance of upright ethical ideals and virtuous living....

Psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves stories of Stoic philosopher and Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius's life from the Roman histories together with explanations of Stoicism—its philosophy and its psychology—to enlighten today’s listeners.

Being a stoic means embracing positivity and self-control through the ability to accept the uncertainty of outcomes. With this stoicism guide, the beginner stoic will learn how to take charge of their emotions on the path to sustained happiness and satisfaction....

Throughout history, great thinkers have explored life, leadership, and self-mastery. This collection presents their most influential works, updated for today’s listeners. Whether seeking guidance on resilience, strategy, or ethics, these timeless classics remain relevant.

One of the great fears many of us face is that despite all our effort and striving, we will discover at the end that we have wasted our life....

Hailed as “lucid and magisterial” by The Observer, this book is universally acclaimed as the outstanding one-volume work on the subject of Western philosophy....

The great insights of the Stoics are spread over a wide range of ancient sources. This book brings them all together for the first time. It systematically presents what the various Stoic philosophers said on every important topic, accompanied by an eloquent commentary that is clear and concise....

Stoicism, a school of Hellenistic thought founded in Athens in the third century BC, was one of the most sublime philosophies in the history of Western civilization. It is a way of living that focuses on reality instead of fantasy or idealism....

From the best-selling authors of The Daily Stoic comes an inspiring guide to the lives of the Stoics, and what the ancients can teach us about happiness, success, resilience, and virtue....

Un inspirador tributo al poder y la promesa de la autodisciplina; este es el segundo libro de la serie «Las 4 virtudes estoicas» de Ryan Holiday, autor superventas y referente internacional del estoicismo moderno....

This 52-hour collection delivers the complete wisdom of the ancient Stoics, thoughtfully adapted for the modern listener in one comprehensive audiobook.

Whenever we worry about what to eat, how to love, or simply how to be happy, we are worrying about how to lead a good life....

How to Think Like Socrates is an accessible and informative guide to the life of one of the greatest thinkers in history, and the first book to focus on applying his ideas to our daily lives.

Marcus Aurelius was Roman Emperor from 161 C.E. to his death in 180 C.E. He was destined to be a leader, havin being born into a prominent family - one related by blood and marriage to rulers and bankers....

Books banned, rejected, and forbidden from the Bible....

Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy theories, principles, and figures of philosophy into tedious discourse that even Plato would reject. Philosophy 101 cuts out the boring details and exhausting philosophical methodology....

Epictetus, a Greek stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicropolis in the early second century AD....

This is a comprehensive overview of the great works that have come down to us from antiquity. I have gathered the best sources and provided clear descriptions to allow readers to comfortably navigate these cultural riches. This guide provides rich introductions to the works to Homer, the Ancient Poets, Polybius, Julius Caesar, Cicero, Vitruvius, Sallust, Livy, Diodorus Siculus, Josephus, Plutarch, Tacitus, Suetonius, Cassius Dio, Appian and Ammianus. The first Romans whose works we cover begin with the excellent writer Julius Caesar and his Commentaria, giving us the judgements of the ...

TRANSFORM YOUR LIVE WITH TIMELESS WISDOM! The ancient wisdom of Stoicism has long been a source of guidance and strength for me. In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and other Stoic philosophers have offered me a path to resilience and inner peace. In this book, I aim to share the power of Stoicism and how it can be applied in modern life. Through my own experiences and reflections, I will guide readers on a journey towards self-improvement and emotional resilience. From cultivating mindfulness and accepting what we cannot control to finding ...

Plato explores the nature of knowledge through a conversation between Socrates, the young mathematician Theaetetus, and Theodorus, his teacher.

Resistir la cicuta es un manifiesto que emerge en defensa de una disciplina cada vez más cuestionada, en una época donde todo debe ser rentable y utilitario. La cicuta, el veneno que dio fin a la vida de Sócrates, se ha vuelto más sutil y menos teatral, aunque no menos mortífera: la lógica productivista amenaza con acabar con la filosofía. Con una pluma aguda y combativa, Mateo Belgrano demuestra que la filosofía, lejos de ser un lujo o un regodeo intelectual, es una herramienta necesaria para transformar el mundo, fortalecer las sociedades democráticas y vivir más libremente. ...

" Une hirondelle ne fait pas le printemps "... Proverbe fameux ! Mais sait-on que cette maxime populaire apparaît pour la première fois dans l’Éthique à Nicomaque ? Ce texte d’Aristote prend la question du bonheur à bras-le-corps et ses réponses, directes et vertueuses, étonnent aujourd’hui encore. Pour y parvenir: s’éloigner des jouissances immédiates et tisser des liens durables avec les autres. Cet ouvrage, en partageant et en décryptant la pensée de ce grand philosophe grec, donne des pistes de compréhension et d’action pour atteindre la plénitude.