{"product_id":"9788412455489","title":"STOICISM","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSTOICISM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume brings together the fundamental texts of the three great masters of Roman Stoicism: Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and Seneca. Through their works, the reader will access the keys to a practical philosophy focused on virtue, inner serenity, and the acceptance of destiny. A historical and philosophical journey that offers tools to face uncertainty and cultivate a full life, based on the control of what depends on us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work proposes a journey through Stoic thought through the teachings of its most representative figures. Epictetus, with his emphasis on inner discipline and the distinction between what we can and cannot control; Marcus Aurelius, with his intimate reflections on self-governance and the acceptance of nature; and Seneca, with his letters and essays on the brevity of life, anger, and the tranquility of the soul. The book not only expounds their ideas but contextualizes them historically, showing how this philosophy offered a moral guide in times of crisis and remains relevant today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStoic philosophy as an art of living and a practical guide for daily life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe control of emotions and the search for inner serenity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVirtue as the only true good and the foundation of happiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe acceptance of destiny and the transient nature of things.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe analysis of the work of Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and Seneca in their historical context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in practical philosophy and the history of Western thought. It is especially useful for those seeking a rigorous yet accessible introduction to Stoicism, as well as for those who wish to delve deeper into the works of its main proponents. It will also prove valuable to people facing moments of uncertainty who are looking for tools to cultivate resilience and peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book provides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complete and structured overview of the foundations of Stoicism through its key authors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePractical philosophical tools for managing emotions and facing adversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeys to understanding the influence of Stoicism on contemporary culture and thought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA historical journey that places the ideas in their original context, enriching their understanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Lucius Annaeus Seneca\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Hermida Editores S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: History of Western philosophy, Western philosophy: ancient, to c. 500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: El Jardín de Epicuro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: October 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 250 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition is especially interesting for today's audience due to its ability to bring together the most representative voices of Roman Stoicism in a single volume. The selection of texts allows the reader to compare approaches and styles, from the forcefulness of Epictetus to the introspection of Marcus Aurelius, through the eloquence of Seneca. It is a work that balances historical rigor with practical utility, offering a solid gateway to a philosophy that continues to inspire those who seek meaning and balance in a complex world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HERMIDA EDITORES S.L.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407137694043,"sku":"9788412455489","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841245548.jpg?v=1781847727","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788412455489","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}