Discourses and Selected Writings by Epictetus

Explore the profound wisdom of Epictetus, a prominent Greek Stoic philosopher, in this collection of his essential writings. "Discourses and Selected Writings" offers a practical guide to Stoicism and personal ethics, as recorded by his student Arrian. Epictetus, who ran a successful philosophy school in Nicopolis during the early second century AD, delivers animated discussions that were renowned for their rhetorical skill.

This volume delves into the core tenets of Stoic philosophy, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between what is within our control and what is not. Epictetus guides readers toward achieving happiness by embracing fate and living in harmony with the divine and natural world. The text addresses fundamental human concerns such as freedom, confinement, illness, fear, family, friendship, and love, making it a timeless resource for moral self-improvement.

Translated and edited with an insightful introduction by Robert Dobbin, this edition brings the enduring philosophy of Epictetus to a modern audience.

Key Features:

• Presents the Discourses, Fragments, and Enchiridion of Epictetus.
• Offers a practical approach to Stoic ethics and self-improvement.
• Explores themes of happiness, fate, freedom, and human relationships.
• Translated and edited by Robert Dobbin.
• Includes an introduction by the translator.

Specifications:

• Author: Epictetus
• Translator: Robert Dobbin
• Publisher: Penguin Classics
• Binding: Paperback
• Release Date: August 28, 2008
• Edition: 1st
• Language: English, Ancient Greek
• Print Length: 304 pages
• ISBN-10: 0140449464
• ISBN-13: 978-0140449464
• Dimensions: 12.9 x 1.9 x 19.8 cm
• Weight: 227 g

This edition of "Discourses and Selected Writings" is an essential read for anyone interested in ancient philosophy, Stoicism, and the pursuit of a more virtuous and fulfilling life.