Marcus aurelius wrote the 12 books of the meditations as a source for his own guidance and selfimprovement. In how to think like a roman emperor, cognitive psychotherapist donald robertson weaves the life and philosophy of marcus aurelius together seamlessly to provide a compelling modernday guide to the stoic wisdom followed by countless individuals throughout the centuries as a path to achieving greater fulfillment and emotional resilience. The meditations of marcus aurelius antoninus originally translated by meric casaubon about this edition marcus aurelius antoninus augustus was emperor of rome from 161 to his death, the last of the five good emperors. The stoic philosophy of marcus aurelius 2019 is published by st. How to think like a roman emperor is really 3 books in one. Meditations is a series of personal writings by marcus aurelius, roman emperor 161180 ce, setting forth his ideas on stoic philosophy. Aurelius uses statements to emphasize faith in god and how to lead a good life in the face of temptation. Feb 16, 2012 meditations is a series of personal writings by marcus aurelius, roman emperor 161180 ce, setting forth his ideas on stoic philosophy. In how to think like a roman emperor, cognitive psychotherapist donald robertson weaves the life and philosophy of marcus. He was born into a wealthy and politically prominent family. Having just written a book about marcus, im often asked what the stoic. If thou wouldst master care and pain, unfold this book.
This book is a wonderful introduction to one of historys greatest figures. He was nephew, soninlaw, and adoptive son of antonius pius. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. Don robertsons latest book, how to think like a roman emperor the stoic philosophy of marcus aurelius, is an effective combination of i and iii, with a dash of ii. This book is a chronological biography of his life. Fast forward to 2019, i saw a donald robertson tweet about the book how to think like a roman emperor. Thus the subtitle, the stoic philosophy of marcus aurelius. Marcus aurelius, the philosopher emperor who ruled the roman empire between ad 161 and 180, is one of the best recorded individuals from antiquity. In many important ways, the reflections of marcus aurelius 121180 crystallize the philosophical wisdom of the grecoroman world. It is unlikely that marcus aurelius ever intended the writings to be published and the work has no official title, so meditations is one.
This book provides support and personal comfort and is a captivating read. By 147 ce, marcus aurelius position in the palace was that of a coemperor. His death in 180 was regarded as the end of the pax romana and the beginning of instability that led over time to the fall of the western roman empire. Roman emperor marcus aurelius 121180 ad was the most famous proponent of the greek philosophy known as stoicism. He wrote his thoughts as personal notes for himself. In book four, marcus reminds himself to think about all the doctors who died, after furrowing their brows over how many deathbeds, how many astrologers, after pompous forecasts about others ends. As a change of pace, i listened to the audiobook of it, as it was read by the author and i often enjoy hearing authors read their own works. This book is his personal journal of insights and reminders on how to refine and cultivate his character to live a good and transcendental life.
Marcus aurelius antoninus the roman emperor, his meditations concerning. Personal notes, meditations, the meditations of marcus aurelius et al. The emperor marcus antoninus his conversation with himself. Whats more, aurelius spent half 10 years of his rule in brutal wars to defend the empires borders. Roman emperor marcus aurelius ruled from the year 161 to 180 and was an intellectual leader who fought to keep his land safe from parthians and germans. The meditations consist of 12 mini books written by the roman emperor marcus aurelius. Emperor of rome from 161 to 180, aurelius is also considered to be one of the most important figures related to stoicism a school of philosophy that, among other things, focuses on the development of selfcontrol. The last of the five good emperors, he was the most powerful and influential man in the western world at the time. This entire book is designed to help you follow marcus in acquiring strength of mind and eventually a more profound sense of fulfillment, robertson writes. Marcus was born during the reign of hadrian to the emperors nephew, the praetor marcus annius verus, and his wife, the heiress domitia lucilla.
Quite a few comments have been posted about the meditations. A deluxe special edition of the ancient classic written by the roman emperor known as the philosopher meditations is a series of personal journals written by marcus aurelius, emperor of rome from 169 to 180 ad. See all books authored by marcus aurelius, including meditations, and the essential marcus aurelius, and more on. It is one of the few complete works of a late stoic philosopher that still exists today. How to think like a roman emperor audiobook by donald. Aug 29, 2019 if you want to build selfdiscipline, youd do well to listen to the words of marcus aurelius.
Marcus aurelius was a roman emperorthe most powerful man in the world at the timewho publicly forgave his best friend who tried to take the throne from him. The roman historian cassius dio mused that marcus did not meet with the good fortune that he deserved, for he was not strong in body and was involved in a multitude of troubles throughout practically his entire reign. From my mother, piety and beneficence, and abstinence, not only from evil deeds, but even from evil thoughts. Top 10 best marcus aurelius books best marcus aurelius book. During the last 14 years of his life he faced one of the worst plagues in european history. The roman philosophers are not as well known or as highly regarded as. How to think like a roman emperor by donald robertson. The roman emperor marcus aurelius antoninus was the last famous stoic philosopher of antiquity. It is doubtful that marcus aurelius antoninus ever intended for this book to be published. Meditations by emperor of rome marcus aurelius free ebook. The stoic philosophy of marcus aurelius is a new work by donald robertson on stoicism through the lens of marcus aurelius. Learn more about marcus aureliuss life, including his rise to power, his reign, and his legacy. From the reputation and remembrance of my father, modesty and a manly character. Jul 11, 2015 the meditations consist of 12 mini books written by the roman emperor marcus aurelius.
Marcus aurelius or marcus aurelius antonius augustus, called the philosopher, was roman emperor from 161 to 180 ad. Composed among the reeds and mists of the swampy danube, his private journals record the passing thoughts, maxims, and musings on life and death of a sensitive and humble mind trained in the stoic philosophy which, to a certain extent, anticipated the development of christianity. From my grandfather verus i learned good morals and the government of my temper. The stoic philosophy of marcus aurelius kindle edition by robertson, donald.
Marcus annius verus was born in a prominent and established family but nobody at the time would have predicted that he would one day be emperor of the empire. How to think like a roman emperor by donald robertson book. When antoninus passed away, marcus aurelius stepped in as a full roman emperor. The meditations of marcus aurelius antoninus sarina damen. His life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity. The roman emperor marcus aurelius wrote his thoughts between 170 and 180. The meditations, by a roman emperor who died in a plague named after him, has much to say about how to face fear, pain, anxiety and loss. Marcus aurelius went on to become a threetime consul. Advice on selfdiscipline from the roman emperor marcus. Marcus aurelius antoninus augustus was emperor of rome from 161 to his death, the last of the five good emperors. Since marcus aurelius had become one of my many dead mentors, i ordered and read donalds book. Marcus aurelius was a roman emperor from 161 to 180 and a stoic philosopher. Marcus aurelius books list of books by author marcus aurelius. Roman emperor marcus aurelius wrote his famous meditations during his campaigns against the barbarian invaders.
Ta eis heauton, literally things to ones self is a series of personal writings by marcus aurelius, roman emperor from 161 to 180 ad, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on stoic philosophy. He was the last of the rulers known as the five good emperors, and the last emperor of the pax romana, an age of relative peace and stability for the roman empire. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading how to think like a roman emperor. Apr 02, 2019 in how to think like a roman emperor, cognitive psychotherapist donald robertson weaves the life and philosophy of marcus aurelius together seamlessly to provide a compelling modernday guide to the stoic wisdom followed by countless individuals throughout the centuries as a path to achieving greater fulfillment and emotional resilience. Roman emperor marcus aurelius was the final famous stoic philosopher of the ancient world. It is divided into 12 books that chronicle different periods of marcuss life. Jan 01, 2020 roman emperor marcus aurelius 121180 ad was the most famous proponent of the greek philosophy known as stoicism. Marcus aurelius, roman emperor ce 161180, best known for his meditations on stoic philosophy. Composed among the reeds and mists of the swampy danube, his private journals record the passing thoughts, maxims, and musings on life and death of a sensitive and humble mind trained in the stoic philosophy which, to a certain extent, anticipated the. How to think like a roman emperor donald robertson. Marcus aurelius antoninus the roman emperor, his meditations concerning himselfe. The internet classics archive the meditations by marcus aurelius.
Martins press in hardback, ebook, and audiobook formats. Don robertsons latest book, how to think like a roman emperor the stoic. This little book was written as a diary to himself while emperor fighting a war out on the boarder of the roman empire and today this book is known to us as the meditations. Lucius verus 161169 commodus 177180 marcus annius verus. And roman emperor marcus aurelius, born nearly two millennia ago 121 180, is a leader and example who provides a resounding yes. Marcus aurelius was a roman emperor the most powerful man in the world at the timewho publicly forgave his best friend who tried to take the throne from him. How to think like a roman emperor by donald robertson is an engaging introduction to one of historys greatest figures. Marcus aurelius 121 180 ad served as roman emperor from 161 180 ad.
The meditations has been divided into the following sections. One of the worlds most famous and influential books, meditations, by the roman emperor marcus aurelius a. The meditations, his personal journal, survives to this day as one of the most loved selfhelp and spiritual classics of all time. Marcus aurelius was one of the most important stoic. Marcus aurelius, the philosopheremperor who ruled the roman empire between ad 161 and 180, is one of the best recorded individuals from antiquity. Meditations is a series of personal writings by marcus aurelius, roman emperor from 161 to 180 ad, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on stoic. Meditations is a series of personal writings by marcus aurelius, roman emperor from 161 to 180 ad, recording his private notes to. His stoic ideas often involve avoiding indulgence in sensory affections, a skill which, he says, will free a man from.
By donald robertson, author of how to think like a roman emperor. Marcus aurelius books list of books by author marcus. Marcus aurelius was a roman emperor and philosopher who wrote meditations. Meditations by marcus aurelius free at loyal books. Following the death of his father, marcus was raised by his mother. Pdf how to think like a roman emperor download read. Advice on selfdiscipline from the roman emperor marcus aurelius. The internet classics archive the meditations by marcus. It is worth remembering that marcus is one of historys most exemplary leaders and one worth emulating in our own lives. Written in greek by the only roman emperor who was also a philosophe. Meditations is a collection of the philosophical ideas of the roman emperor marcus aurelius written as a series of notes to himself, the book is much more readable than the dry philosophy most. Fa meditations by marcus aurelius af marcus aurelius som. Meditations by marcus aurelius, free ebook global grey.
Known for his philosophical interests, marcus aurelius was one of the most respected emperors in roman history. Despite his privileges, marcus aurelius had a difficult life. The five best books on or by marcus aurelius the daily idea. Growing up, marcus aurelius was a dedicated student, learning latin and greek. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading marcus aurelius. If you want to build selfdiscipline, youd do well to listen to the words of marcus aurelius. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. A marble bust of marcus aurelius at the musee saintraymond, toulouse, france. Marcus aurelius marcus aurelius antoninus augustus was a respected roman emperor 161180 ce, a philosopherking who was the last of romes socalled five good emperors. Roman emperors are divinely sanctioned authorities with almost limitless power and wealth. He has symbolized for many generations in the west the golden age of the roman empire. How to think like a roman emperor donald robertson macmillan. The stoic philosophy of marcus aurelius 9781250196620 by robertson, donald and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The second century ce roman emperor marcus aurelius was also a stoic.
He was the leader of ancient roman empire along with his adoptive brother lucius verus until the death of lucius in 169 ad. In many important ways, the reflections of marcus aurelius 121180 crystallize the philosophical wisdom of the greco roman world. Marcus aurelius, in full caesar marcus aurelius antoninus augustus, original name until 161 ce marcus annius verus, born april 26, 121 ce, rome italydied march 17, 180, vindobona vienna, austria or sirmium, pannonia, roman emperor 161180 ce, best known for his meditations on stoic philosophy. In 145 ce, he tied the knot with his cousin annia galeria faustina she was a daughter of the reigning emperor antoninus. But his greatest intellectual interest was stoicism. The fourth book of the meditations of marcus aurelius, revised text, with tr. From book i of the meditations we also learn that marcus political. Marcus aurelius five good emperors, biography, meditations. Marcus aurelius versus donald trump the good men project. Mar 17, 2019 marcus aurelius marcus aurelius antoninus augustus was a respected roman emperor 161180 ce, a philosopherking who was the last of romes socalled five good emperors. Jan 07, 2019 it is unlikely that marcus aurelius ever intended the writings to be published and the work has no official title, so meditations is one of several titles commonly assigned to the collection. The book has a blend of marcus life, roman history, cognitive therapy, philosophy, and psychology.
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