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Stoic Philosophy of Seneca: Essays and Letters

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In The Stoic Philosophy of Seneca, representative selections from Seneca's writings offer the reader an excellent introduction to the range of his work.

The selections are drawn from the essays, or dialogues, and the "Consolations;" from the treatises, of which "On Clemency," addressed to the young Nero, is included here; and from the Letters to Lucilius, which have to do not only with philosophical subjects but also with Seneca's personal experiences, such as journeys and visits.

Moses Hadas has selected letters and essays which reveal Seneca's major philosophical themes--the relationship of the individual to society and to the gods; the meaning of pain and misfortune; man's attitudes to change, time, and death; and the nature of the highest good and of the happy life. In his Introduction, Professor Hadas discusses Seneca's life and work, tracing the history of his reputation; comments on Seneca's style; and outlines the origins and tenets of Stoicism.

Synopsis:

The philosophy of Seneca has extended in influence from first-century Rome to the essays of Montaigne, to Elizabethan tragedy, to the theology of Calvin and the doctrines of the French Revolution.

Synopsis:

Representative selections from Seneca's writings offer the reader an excellent introduction to the range of his work. Translated and with and introduction by Moses Hadas.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780393004595
Subtitle:
Essays and Letters
Author:
Hadas, Moses
Translator:
Hadas, Moses
Author:
Seneca, Lucius Annaeus
Author:
Hadas, Moses
Publisher:
W. W. Norton & Company
Location:
New York :
Subject:
Ancient
Subject:
History & Surveys - Ancient & Classical
Subject:
Philosophy : General
Copyright:
Series Volume:
[117]
Publication Date:
19680917
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
7.64x5.08x.72 in. .55 lbs.

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Product details 272 pages W. W. Norton & Company - English 9780393004595 Reviews:
"Synopsis" by , The philosophy of Seneca has extended in influence from first-century Rome to the essays of Montaigne, to Elizabethan tragedy, to the theology of Calvin and the doctrines of the French Revolution.
"Synopsis" by , Representative selections from Seneca's writings offer the reader an excellent introduction to the range of his work. Translated and with and introduction by Moses Hadas.
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