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Ancient & Medieval Literature - Hardship and Happiness (The Complete Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca)

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Book Synopsis: Lucius Annaeus Seneca (4 BCE–65 CE) was a Roman Stoic philosopher, dramatist, statesman, and advisor to the emperor Nero, all during the Silver Age of Latin literature. The Complete Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a fresh and compelling series of new English-language translations of his works in eight accessible volumes. Edited by Elizabeth Asmis, Shadi Bartsch, and Martha C. Nussbaum, this engaging collection helps restore Seneca—whose works have been highly praised by modern authors from Desiderius Erasmus to Ralph Waldo Emerson—to his rightful place among the classical writers most widely studied in the humanities.

Hardship and Happiness collects a range of essays intended to instruct, from consolations—works that offer comfort to someone who has suffered a personal loss—to pieces on how to achieve happiness or tranquility in the face of a difficult world. Expertly translated, the essays will be read and used by undergraduate philosophy students and experienced scholars alike.

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Discover the wisdom of one of the greatest philosophers of all time with Hardship and Happiness (The Complete Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca). This remarkable collection brings together the insightful writings of Lucius Annaeus Seneca, a Roman Stoic philosopher, dramatist, statesman, and trusted advisor to the emperor Nero. As a timeless voice from the Silver Age of Latin literature, Seneca's works have captivated readers for centuries.

In this eight-volume series, expertly translated by Elizabeth Asmis, Shadi Bartsch, and Martha C. Nussbaum, Seneca's thought-provoking essays are made accessible to a wider audience. Whether you're a philosophy student or a seasoned scholar, these engaging translations will help you explore the profound teachings of Seneca, placing him alongside the classical writers most widely studied in the humanities.

Hardship and Happiness is a compilation of essays that offer solace and guidance in times of difficulty. From consolations that provide comfort to those who have experienced personal loss, to insightful pieces on how to find contentment and tranquility amidst life's challenges, this collection offers a treasure trove of wisdom. Apply Seneca's teachings to your own life and discover the path to inner peace and fulfillment.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the mind of Seneca and unlock the secrets to leading a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Purchase your copy of Hardship and Happiness today and take the first step on your journey to enlightenment.

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