![]() How his writing reached the wider world is a mystery. They were not intended for public consumption, and the repetitive, disjointed nature of the passages within the book are ample proof. Marcus Aurelius originally wrote these notes as a form of solace and guidance while wearing the heavy mantle of Roman emperor during his military campaigns and time at court, he wrote down his thoughts so that he could keep Stoic philosophy front and centre in his mind. ![]() The circumstances surrounding how the Meditations became public knowledge are happenstance. And that’s why I just read Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. So is learning equanimity and steadiness, the art of how not to let change throw you off-balance. ![]() ![]() Understanding history and trying to find patterns behind past political movements in order to know what to expect is a weapon. Staying strong and being hopeful while fighting for change is a form of armour. I’m not hoping to enjoy them and escape from the world for a bit. I need to admit something: the books I’ve been reading so far are not for pleasure. ![]() How I got a copy: I purchased it from Kobo Publisher: Random House, Modern Library Classics ![]()
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