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Meditations

Marcus Aurelius

Written for himself, never meant to be published — yet copied and read continuously for 1,800 years.

“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.”

— Marcus Aurelius

Why It's Lindy

Written for himself, never meant to be published — yet copied and read continuously for 1,800 years. The Stoic philosophy within is as applicable to a modern life as it was to an Emperor's.

About This Volume

Personal journal of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, written as a series of Stoic reflections. One of the most widely read philosophical texts in Western history.

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Why should I read Meditations?

Written for himself, never meant to be published — yet copied and read continuously for 1,800 years. The Stoic philosophy within is as applicable to a modern life as it was to an Emperor's.

What is Meditations about?

Personal journal of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, written as a series of Stoic reflections. One of the most widely read philosophical texts in Western history.

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