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The Moral Discourses

by Elizabeth Carter
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781025853529
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 392
  • Original Price: GBP 19.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 549 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Ethics & Moral Philosophy

"The Moral Discourses" presents the profound teachings of the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, as rendered into English by the celebrated scholar Elizabeth Carter. This foundational work of ancient philosophy centers on the pursuit of inner peace and the cultivation of personal virtue through reason, self-discipline, and the understanding of one's own character. Epictetus emphasizes the critical distinction between things within our control-our opinions, intentions, and desires-and things outside of it, such as reputation, wealth, and health.

Through a series of lectures and dialogues, the text offers practical guidance on how to navigate the challenges of human life with dignity and resilience. It explores themes of moral duty, the nature of freedom, and the importance of aligning one's will with the natural order of the universe. Carter's influential translation captures the clarity and moral weight of the original Greek, preserving the directness and urgency of Epictetus's voice. "The Moral Discourses" remains an essential volume for readers interested in the Hellenistic philosophical tradition and the enduring application of Stoic principles to modern life.

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