Bibliograph

How to be free, an ancient guide to the stoic life : Encheiridion and selections from Discourses, Epictetus ; translated and with an introduction by A.A. Long

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How to be free, an ancient guide to the stoic life : Encheiridion and selections from Discourses, Epictetus ; translated and with an introduction by A.A. Long

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

How to be free

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1028189480

Responsibility statement

Epictetus ; translated and with an introduction by A.A. Long

Series statement

Ancient wisdom for modern readers

Sub title

an ancient guide to the stoic life : Encheiridion and selections from Discourses

Summary

"Born a slave, the Roman Stoic philosopher Epictetus (c. 55-135 AD) taught that mental freedom is supreme, since it can liberate one anywhere, even in a prison ... Freedom, for Epictetus, is not a human right or a political prerogative but a psychological and ethical achievement, a gift that we alone can bestow on ourselves ... How to Be Free features splendid new translations and the original Greek on facing pages, a compelling introduction that sets Epictetus in context and describes the importance of Stoic freedom today, and an invaluable glossary of key words and concepts. The result is an unmatched introduction to this powerful method of managing emotions and handling life's situations, from the most ordinary to the most demanding."--Provided by the publisher

Table Of Contents

Learning to desire each thing as it happens -- Freedom from emotional distress -- Freedom from subservience -- Freedom to assent without impediment -- Knowing what to want -- Freedom of the will -- Making correct use of impressions -- Freedom and human nature -- Freedom and dignity

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