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An Ancient Guide to the End of Life
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"It takes an entire lifetime to learn how to die", wrote the Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca (c. 4 BC-65 AD). He counseled readers to "study death always", and took his own advice, returning to the subject again and again in all his writings, yet he never treated it in a complete work. How to Die gathers in one volume, for the first time, Seneca's remarkable meditations on death and dying. Edited and translated by James S. Romm, How to Die reveals a provocative thinker and dazzling writer who speaks with a startling frankness about the need to accept death or even, under certain conditions, to seek it out.
Seneca believed that life is only a journey toward death and that one must rehearse for death throughout life. Here, he tells us how to practice for death, how to die well, and how to understand the role of a good death in a good life. He stresses the universality of death, its importance as life's final rite of passage, and its ability to liberate us from pain, slavery, or political oppression.
Featuring beautifully rendered new translations, How to Die also includes an enlightening introduction, notes, the original Latin texts, and an epilogue presenting Tacitus's description of Seneca's grim suicide.
Introduced, edited, and translated by James S. Romm
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There are times when we've all felt that we haven't been treated as we deserve—that we've been misjudged, shortchanged, or given a raw deal. And, at one time or another, other people have probably felt that we've treated them just as unfairly. How to Do the Right Thing draws on the principles of ancient Stoicism as articulated by the Roman statesman and philosopher Seneca to help listeners better navigate one of the most important practical questions of daily life—how to do right by others.
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Clear and Concise
- By Robert T Thomson on 01-03-25
By: Seneca, and others
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Suicidal
- Why We Kill Ourselves
- By: Jesse Bering
- Narrated by: Joe Hempel
- Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
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For much of his 30s, Jesse Bering thought he was probably going to kill himself. He was a successful psychologist and writer, but the impulse to take his own life remained. At times it felt all but inescapable. Bering survived. And in addition to relief, the fading of his suicidal thoughts brought curiosity and questions. In Suicidal, Bering takes us through the science and psychology of suicide, revealing its cognitive secrets and the subtle tricks our minds play on us when we're easy emotional prey.
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The book I was looking for.
- By Warrenjb on 01-04-20
By: Jesse Bering
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The Definitive Stoicism Collection
- Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, Letters from a Stoic of Seneca, The Enchiridion & Discourses of Epictetus and Other Stoic Works
- By: Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, Epictetus
- Narrated by: Wholesome Words Cast
- Length: 48 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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This audiobook offers you an opportunity to explore the full breadth of Stoic philosophy, from practical advice to deeper contemplations on the nature of existence. Perfect for commutes, meditation sessions, or quiet moments of reflection, this collection will guide you on a journey towards inner strength, emotional resilience and a more purposeful life.
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A simple way to handle stress and tough times
- By Maximilian Mess on 10-13-24
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
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Books That Matter: Meditations
- By: Massimo Pigliucci, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Massimo Pigliucci
- Length: 6 hrs
- Original Recording
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What is it about Stoicism that Marcus found so important then, and that millions find relevant today? In the 12 fascinating lectures of Books That Matter: Meditations, professor Massimo Pigliucci explores the questions Marcus believed were crucial to address in a life of value, the answers he proposed, and the many ways in which you can use Stoic philosophy. While Meditations was originally written for an audience of just one, what Marcus wanted to examine certainly still applies to us today. What exactly should we be mindful of in this life?
By: Massimo Pigliucci, and others
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Preparing to Die
- Practical Advice and Spiritual Wisdom from the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition
- By: Andrew Holecek, Tulku Thondup Rinpoche - foreword
- Narrated by: Karen White, Neil Shah
- Length: 13 hrs and 48 mins
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Preparing to Die is for anyone interested in learning how to prepare for death from a Buddhist perspective, both spiritually and practically. It is also for those who want to learn how to help someone else who is dying, both during the time of illness and death as well as after death.
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Good book, badly read.
- By kahali on 11-13-15
By: Andrew Holecek, and others
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How to Say No
- An Ancient Guide to the Art of Cynicism (Ancient Wisdom for Modern Readers Series)
- By: Diogenes, M. D. Usher - translator
- Narrated by: Liam Gerrard
- Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins
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How to Say No is a delightful collection of brief ancient writings about Cynicism that captures all the outrageousness, wit, and wisdom of its remarkable cast of characters—from Diogenes in the fourth century BCE to the column-stander Symeon Stylites in late antiquity.
By: Diogenes, and others
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The Jungle
- By: Upton Sinclair
- Narrated by: George Guidall
- Length: 15 hrs and 58 mins
- Unabridged
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Few books have so affected radical social changes as The Jungle, first published serially in 1906. Exposing unsanitary conditions in the meat-packing industry in Chicago, Sinclair's novel gripped Americans by the stomach, contributing to the passage of the first Food and Drug Act. If you’ve never read this classic novel, don't be put off by its gruesome reputation. Upton Sinclair was a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist who could turn even an exposé into a tender and moving novel.
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Why We Have Unions
- By Jim "The Impatient" on 11-29-17
By: Upton Sinclair
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When It Is Darkest
- Why People Die by Suicide and What We Can Do to Prevent It
- By: Rory O'Connor
- Narrated by: Rory O'Connor
- Length: 8 hrs and 54 mins
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When It Is Darkest draws on Rory O'Connor's years of experience in suicide prevention, mental health and psychology and takes a comprehensive look into the reasons behind suicide and how to support someone who is suicidal themselves. Suicide is baffling and devastating in equal measures, and it can affect any one of us - one person dies by suicide every 40 seconds. Yet despite the scale of the devastation, for family members and friends, suicide is still poorly understood.
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Not quite what I expected
- By martaelisity on 11-05-22
By: Rory O'Connor
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The Ultimate Stoicism Collection
- Letters from a Stoic (All 124 Letters), Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, The Enchiridion, Of Peace of Mind, Of Anger, Of Providence, The Discourses of Epictetus, The Golden Sayings of Epictetus, Fragments Attributed to Epictetus, Lives of the Eminent Philosophers: The Stoics, & Marcus Aurelius Biography
- By: Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and others
- Narrated by: Museum Audiobooks cast
- Length: 51 hrs and 29 mins
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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. According to its teachings, the path to peace and happiness is found in accepting the moment as it presents itself, by not allowing oneself to be ruled by the desire for pleasure or by the fear of pain.
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Great works! Wish there were track titles...
- By Joshua Goulet on 04-01-21
By: Seneca, and others
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The Timeless Stoicism Collection
- Meditations, Letters from a Stoic, The Discourses of Epictetus, The Enchiridion, on the Shortness of Life
- By: Marcus Aurelius, Lucius Annaeus Seneca, Epictetus
- Narrated by: Jeffrey Ito
- Length: 38 hrs and 16 mins
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Discover the profound wisdom of the ancient Stoics in this essential collection of their most enduring works. The Timeless Stoicism Collection brings together five cornerstone texts that have inspired countless readers and listeners to cultivate inner strength, resilience, and clarity in the face of life’s challenges.
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I’d definitely recommend this collection
- By Ariel on 05-26-25
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
Short easy read
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Seneca
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the narrator was good and the book well organized. Exactly the stoicism I needed.
Excellent
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A solid narrative performance!
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The narrator however, sounds like an AI generated voice. The content fortunately is worth listening to this book.
Excellent content for Stoics
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Audio performance not great
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The reading is somewhat flat.
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I am working my way through this series of books. They are an excellent way to present different concepts in philosophy. Each book is a great way to learn about living and dying, leadership, controlling your emotions, and other ideas. They introduce me to different philosophers and point me in directions I would not have gone without such introductions.
The audible version enhanced the experience and made it easier to understand the concepts presented.
How to Live by Learning How to Die
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My view of the rest of the book may change if I listen again but for now I'd say this is audiobook is worthy of 4 stars. There is good wisdom to ponder on and that's what makes suffering the narration worth it.
Great info but narration is lazy
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Book need more explanation but GOOD!
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