The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Audiobook by Marcus Aurelius

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Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/49/ to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Author: Marcus Aurelius Narrator: Walter Covell Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-14-07 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 246 votes Genres: Classics, Greek & Roman Publisher's Summary: Marcus shouldered his responsibilities with a clear sense of honor. He was history's first ombudsman, and if his role as a legislator or conqueror was not great, he did set high standards for emulation. Written in the form of confessions, his meditations provide a window into his insights on duty, virtue, and humility. He was the last of the "Five Good Emperors", and is also considered one of the most important stoic philosophers. The Meditations, written on campaign between 170 and 180 C.E., is still revered as a literary monument to a government of service and duty, and it has been praised for its "exquisite accent and its infinite tenderness". In fact, John Stuart Mill, in his Utility of Religion, compared The Meditations to the "Sermon on the Mount". Editorial Reviews: Marcus Aurelius was the Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 and a major Stoic philosopher. His life and philosophy have endured over the centuries in his volume, The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius. Originally written in Greek between 170 and 180, Marcus wrote this book for himself as a means of self-improvement. In its 12 sections, Marcus offers his thoughts on introspection, avoiding physical indulgences, and developing a cosmic perspective. Walter Covells magisterial but relaxed performance suits the direct style of this influential and widely cherished work of philosophy.

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