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Discourses and Selected Writings

By: Epictetus, Robert Dobbin
Narrated by: Richard Goulding
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This Penguin Classic is performed by Richard Goulding, best known for Me Before You, The Iron Lady and The Windsors.

Epictetus, a Greek stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicropolis in the early second century AD. His animated discussions were celebrated for their rhetorical wizardry and were written down by Arrian, his most famous pupil. Together with the Enchiridion, a manual of his main ideas, and the fragments collected here, The Discourses argue that happiness lies in learning to perceive exactly what is in our power to change and what is not, and in embracing our fate to live in harmony with god and nature. In this personal, practical guide to the ethics of stoicism and moral self-improvement, Epictetus tackles questions of freedom and imprisonment, illness and fear, family, friendship and love, and leaves an intriguing document of daily life in the classical world.

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thanks pewdiepie

this was a straightforward fascinating next step in my discovery of these truths. glad I read.

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A classic masterpiece

A must read for those of gentle heart and open mind that aspire to the palace of wisdom. Excellent translation

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Incredible

when people say "life doesn't come with a handbook" I'll know they haven't read discourses.

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Free Yourself From The Slavery of Vice

Excellent translation and audio production! Epictetus is needed in this day and age of distractions, lack of focus, and dire need of practical wisdom.

Your character will be changed for the better if you heed these timeless words from long ago...

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Grateful.

Epictetus is my quintessential teacher, and most valuable companion. What an absolute blessing to be able to learn from such a man.

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Every moment was stellar

Such profound wisdom on every page. Narration is done well too. Will be coming back

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Mental note haven. This is a listen that opens perspective and gives insight on ways of thinking that promotes free thought. Escape reality and embark on hint of self reflection, accountability, and relatability.

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A practical guide for life

The ideas in this book will change your approach to how to live, if you truly listen.

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Outstanding Audible Title and performance

First off, I was delighted when this edition finally made it to Audible but to my greater surprise, the combination of such terrific narrator with Epictetus' brilliant work makes for a remarkably immersive experience. If you are new to Epictetus, I would strongly suggest you start with The Enchiridion. To get an insight into the ultimate goal of Stoic philosophy, as a way of life vs theoretical knowledge, listen first to Discourse 4.1 On Progress.

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Excellent

Easy to follow narrator. Wise and useful content. I have and would recommend it to my friends and family.

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