The Enchiridion (Polis & Praxis Classics)

<p><em>A Timeless Manual for Inner Freedom and Strength</em></p><p></p><p>Discover the ancient Stoic wisdom that continues to guide readers through modern chaos. Written nearly 2000 years ago <em>The Enchiridion</em> (Greek for handbook) distills the core teachings of Epictetus into a powerful guide for self-mastery resilience and peace of mind. This enduring work reminds us that while we cannot control the world around us we can always govern our own responses.</p><p></p><p>This <strong>Polis & Praxis Press</strong> edition goes beyond the original with thoughtful enhancements designed for today's reader.</p><p></p><h4><strong>What's Included in This Edition:</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>New Introduction</strong> - <em>Why Epictetus's Enchiridion Still Matters</em>: a modern perspective on its relevance in today's world.</li><li><strong>Who Was Epictetus?</strong> - A concise biographical essay tracing his life from slavery to philosopher.</li><li><strong>Curated Further Reading List</strong> - Expand your Stoic journey with carefully selected philosophical texts.</li><li><strong>Classic Translation by Thomas Wentworth Higginson</strong> - Elegant and accessible preserving the spirit of the original.</li></ul><p>Whether you're exploring Stoicism for the first time or returning to its lessons with new eyes this edition of <em>The Enchiridion</em> offers practical tools for developing virtue navigating adversity and living with purpose.</p><h3></h3><h3><strong>Perfect for readers of:</strong></h3><ul><li>Marcus Aurelius</li><li>Seneca</li><li>Meditations-inspired modern Stoicism</li><li>Anyone seeking clarity strength or a minimalist life philosophy</li></ul><p></p>