Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of Epictetus by Grace H. Turnbull is a comprehensive collection of the teachings and philosophy of the ancient Stoic philosopher, Epictetus. The book is divided into ten chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Epictetus' philosophy, including topics such as ethics, freedom, and the nature of the universe. The author provides a detailed introduction to Epictetus' life and work, as well as an overview of the Stoic philosophy that underpins his teachings. Each chapter includes a selection of Epictetus' writings, accompanied by commentary and analysis from Turnbull. The Book of Epictetus is an accessible and engaging introduction to the ideas of one of the most influential philosophers of the ancient world. It is suitable for readers of all levels of familiarity with philosophy, and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the Stoic tradition.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tongues of Fire a Bible of Sacred Scriptures of the Pagan World, by Grace H. Turnbull. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101487.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.