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About Meditations

180 AD

Marcus Aurelius' Meditations was never intended for publication, serving as a private repository for his thoughts, anxieties, and philosophical musings. This deeply personal nature of the text contributes to its enduring appeal, offering readers a raw and unfiltered look into the mind of a powerful leader wrestling with the same human struggles that we all face in our daily lives.

His Meditations addresses themes of impermanence, the interconnectedness of all beings, and the importance of acting in harmony with nature. Now almost two millennia later, Meditations continues to exert a profound influence on Western thought, heralded for its timeless relevance, the emperor's humility, and the Stoic philosophy that emphasizes discipline, wisdom, and serenity in the face of a chaotic world. The work remains a cornerstone in the understanding of ancient Stoic thought and continues to inspire leaders, thinkers, and anyone seeking a philosophy of personal ethics and resilience.

"Marcus is navigating the challenges of keeping your mind solid and remaining sane in this mad world. That is such a universal human question that it remains with us; it's part of all our experiences. The answers he found, in their own way, are still relevant to us today."
- Derren Brown

Meditations has received a great deal of attention recently through the publication of several major bestsellers, including by Ryan Holiday and Derren Brown. The book remains a cornerstone in the understanding of ancient Stoic thought and continues to inspire leaders, thinkers, and anyone seeking a philosophy of personal ethics and resilience.

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