Description The Stoics Bundle includes two of the most renowned works of Stoic philosophy, written in ancient Greek: Meditations – Marcus AureliusMeditations is the extraordinary personal journal of a Stoic philosopher who was also the most powerful man of his time. Marcus Aurelius, Roman emperor from 161 to 180 AD, was trained in Stoicism from a young age. Even as emperor, he continued to practice daily spiritual exercises that helped him remain humble, patient, and resilient amid the hardships of leadership. In these private writings, he reflects on duty, virtue, and the struggle to live with wisdom and integrity. He never intended these notes to be published—yet Meditations has become one of the most influential works of Stoic thought, a timeless guide for strengthening the mind and pursuing constant self-improvement. A Manual on the Art of Living – EpictetusWritten around 55–135 AD, Epictetus’ Manual offers direct and practical advice on how to live. It sets out clear principles for everyday life: self-knowledge, self-discipline, moral integrity, and inner freedom. Born into slavery, Epictetus taught that although we cannot always control external events, we can always control our response to them. By practicing his teachings, he believed, any person—regardless of circumstance—can achieve virtue and true happiness. Together, Meditations and A Manual on the Art of Living are both profound and accessible works that readers return to again and again for inspiration. Each book includes an introduction, the original ancient Greek text, and its English translation.
