66 pages 2 hours read

Seneca

Letters from a Stoic

Nonfiction | Collection of Letters | Adult | BCE

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Reviews & Readership

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Seneca's Letters from a Stoic receives praise for its timeless wisdom and practical guidance on resilience and virtue. Reviewers appreciate the accessibility of Seneca's thoughts on Stoicism, though some find the translation dense and challenging. Overall, it offers profound insights into human nature and ethical living, making it a valuable read for philosophy enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Letters from a Stoic?

A reader who enjoys Letters from a Stoic by Seneca is likely drawn to timeless wisdom, personal development, and philosophical reflections. Comparable to readers of Marcus Aurelius's Meditations or Epictetus's Enchiridion, they appreciate practical guidance on leading a virtuous, resilient life.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Philosophy
Themes
Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Period
Ancient Rome