Epictetus. a Stic and Socratic Guide to Life

The philosophy of Epictetus a freed slave in the Roman Empire has been profoundly influential on Western thought: it offers not only stimulating ideas but practical guidance in living one''s life. A. A. Long a leading scholar of later ancient philosophy gives the definitive presentation of the thought of Epictetus for a broad readership. Long''s fresh and vivid translations of a selection of the best of Epictetus'' discourses show that his ideas are as valuable and striking today as they were amost two thousand years ago.This is a book for anyone interested in what we can learn from ancient philosophy about how to live our lives.