Art of Living
The Classical Manual on Virtue, Happiness, and Effectiveness
Epictetus author Sharon Lebell author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Published:5th Jul '07
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"An immense dose of Epictetus would do us all a great deal of good, and I am grateful (beyond irony) to Tom Wolfe for reviving Epictetus" - Harold Bloom. So what makes the writings of this former slave so powerful today? Epictetus observed that although everyday life is fraught with difficulty, a life of virtue is within reach. He dedicated his life to outlining the simple way to happiness, fulfillment, and tranquility. By putting into practice the 93 witty, wise, and razor-sharp instructions that make up "The Art of Living", readers learn to gracefully meet the challenges of everyday life as well as life's inevitable major losses and disappointments.
"A treasury of eternally good advice, wise as a grandfather, earthy as the Tao." -- Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart "The message of Epictetus is as vital today as it ever was." -- Jacob Needleman, author of The Heart of Philosophy "Epictetus sounds like the Buddha, and Sharon Lebell's voice makes him sound like the delightful man next door." -- Sylvia Boorstein, author of It's Easier Than You Think
ISBN: 9780061286056
Dimensions: 203mm x 124mm x 9mm
Weight: 120g
144 pages