Marcus Aurelius: the Stoic Emperor
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Marcus Aurelius: the Stoic Emperor
The story of an emperor who, thanks to his principles, refused to be corrupted by power
Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire during its golden age – he commanded armies, decided the fates of millions and dealt with conspiracies and wars. Yet his private journals reveal a man who wrestled with doubt, sorrow and the conflict between who he wanted to be and what the throne demanded of him.
Donald Robertson draws you into the heart of Marcus's struggle, showing you how he used Stoic philosophy to overcome the enormous obstacles he faced throughout his life. He also introduces you to the people who shaped Marcus the most, such as his mother Domitia Lucilla, the mysterious Emperor Hadrian and his Stoic teachers.
Drawing on Meditations, ancient correspondence and historical records, Robertson presents a compelling biography of this most famous of Stoic emperors. For Marcus Aurelius, Stoicism was not just a philosophy. It was his fundamental strategy for survival.
This is the story of an individual who strove to reconcile power with his principles and goodness. A true story of a man who, even two thousand years after his death, will be a huge inspiration to you.
What they wrote about the book:
Few historical figures are as fascinating as the emperor and philosopher Marcus Aurelius. And few writers have been able to convey his life and character to modern readers as effectively and comprehensively as Donald Robertson.
- Massimo Pigliucci, author of How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life
This readable biography is the ideal starting point for anyone who wants to learn more about the man behind Meditations.
- John Sellars, author of The Pocket Stoic
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