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The Enchiridion & Discourses
- Narrated by: Haward B. Morse
- Length: 13 hrs and 16 mins
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Summary
The Enchiridion is the famous manual of ethical advice given in the second century by the Stoic philosopher Epictetus.
Born to a Greek slave, Epictetus grew up in the environment of the Roman Empire and, having been released from bonds of slavery, became a Stoic in the tradition of its originators, Zeno (third Century BCE) and Seneca (first century CE).
Epictetus didn't leave a formal written legacy, but his pupil, Arrian, collected his teachings, and posterity now has The Enchiridion and The Discourses. The first is a short compilation of Stoical precepts - how to live an ethical life. It is essentially about everyday life, and it maintained its popularity throughout the succeeding centuries, on par with the other principal concise Stoic document from the Roman period, Meditations by Marcus Aurelius - who had clearly read it.
The Enchiridion is presented here as the translation by Thomas W. Higginson. The Discourses, a much longer text again compiled by Arrian, contains a more comprehensive view of the teachings of Epictetus. The Discourses is translated by George Long.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-01-24
Great book for everyone
a guide book for your soul learn to keep your head clean from bad thoughts
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- Jamie Barron
- 28-12-22
Wise and clear
A lot of wisdom is packed into Epictetus’ writing - about how to live our lives, and exploring how we can remember best what is and isn’t within our control. Really well-read with understanding and clear intonation by Morse which makes it a joy to listen to.
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- H MCGAHAN
- 07-12-20
The Enchiridion is worth the price on its own
Addictively moreish and salivatingly insightful, where have you been all my life? Treat yourself to the best.
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- clemfandango69
- 10-01-19
Ancient wisdom for modern living.
Great audiobook chock-full of Stoic wisdom. Very well narrated. Stoic philosophy (unlike much of philosophy) is practical philosophy of life; as useful today as it was when it was first written.
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- Kieran McLoughlin
- 14-07-23
Solid book on Stoicism
The final part of the big three of stoicism for me, Epictetus was really good. Sounding much more like a direct teacher, I admire his pragmatic nature. No nonsense. Straight to the point rational advise. Would recommend this.
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- Amazon Kunde
- 18-10-20
beautiful Information
very nice Information, so many years ago but nothing has really changed. beautiful widom. enjoyed it
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- Tony
- 30-06-19
A cogent statement of stoic principles
Epictetus is rightly named as one of the prominent ancient stoics. One criticism - his writing style is somewhat repetitive.
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- Daisy Welham
- 13-07-23
Excellent
I cannot vouch for the accuracy of the translation as I do not speak Ancient Greek, but so far as I am aware it is accurate.
The ideas expressed by Epictetus are largely correct, and always interesting. Some of his ideas are dubious (like that philosophers must have beards!) but they are presumably a product of his time. Most of the Stoic ideas expressed here by Epictetus are fascinating and wise.
The performance is good, I can’t fault it.
Those who enjoyed this would likely also enjoy Meditations by Marcus Aurelius and Letters from a Stoic by Seneca.
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- Amazon Customer
- 14-01-18
Eternal wisdom, exciting performance
Engaging, inspiring, earthly, funny... Epictetus can give you great insights, skills and determination to change your life for the better, even if you don't agree with everything he says.
The text might be old, but our life problems are pretty much the same, so the lessons feel as contemporary and relevant as ever!
The audiobook performance is just stunning!
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- Michael Cartwright
- 14-12-22
Highly recommend
This will always be a part of my regular listening. Pure wisdom, well read with good tone.
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