Seneca wrote these 124 letters near the end of his life to Lucilius, a younger friend who served as a Roman official. They offer practical advice about how to live as a Stoic: how to face death, handle anger, use time wisely, treat slaves, cope with illness and choose friends. Seneca uses personal examples and anecdotes, and often quotes Epicurus. The letters were written in the last years of his life, under Nero's rule, and carry the weight of a man considering his own end.
A classic for readers interested in Stoic philosophy and its use in everyday life. It suits those who want short, direct pieces that can be read one at a time, and who like reflective essays.
Deep, inward-looking and contemplative; a moderate read.
Best for readers like The Mindful Reader. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1993
- Publisher
- BUR Rizzoli
- ISBN
- 9788817120135
- Language
- IT
Quotes by Seneca
More →Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
Letters to Lucilius
He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
Letters to Lucilius
