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On the Shortness of Life

by Seneca
On the Shortness of Life - Thryft
On the Shortness of Life - Thryft

Embrace life's brevity with Stoic wisdom.

"This book is a must-read for those seeking guidance on how to live a fulfilling life. Seneca's Stoic teachings remind us to value time, exercise reason, and live with moral integrity. The author's eloquence and lucidity add a timeless appeal to a topic that remains relevant today. Readers will come away with a different perspective on the brevity of life, and how to make the most of the time they have."

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

On the Shortness of Life

by Seneca
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ISBN: 9780141018812
Authors: Seneca
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 2004-09-02
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Creative Nonfiction, History, Philosophy, Personal Development
Related Topics: Essays, History, Classics, Psychology, Personal Development
Goodreads rating: 4.18
(rated by 34404 readers)

Description

The Stoic writings of the philosopher Seneca offer powerful insights into the art of living, the importance of reason and morality, and continue to provide profound guidance to many through their eloquence, lucidity and timeless wisdom.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves—and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives—and destroyed them.Now, Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are. Penguin's Great Ideas series features twelve groundbreaking works by some of history's most prodigious thinkers, and each volume is beautifully packaged with a unique type-drive design that highlights the bookmaker's art. Offering great literature in great packages at great prices, this series is ideal for those readers who want to explore and savor the Great Ideas that have shaped the world.
 

Embrace life's brevity with Stoic wisdom.

"This book is a must-read for those seeking guidance on how to live a fulfilling life. Seneca's Stoic teachings remind us to value time, exercise reason, and live with moral integrity. The author's eloquence and lucidity add a timeless appeal to a topic that remains relevant today. Readers will come away with a different perspective on the brevity of life, and how to make the most of the time they have."

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.