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Book Synopsis: Lucius Annaeus Seneca (4 BCE–65 CE) was a Roman Stoic philosopher, dramatist, statesman, and adviser 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 world-renowned classicists Elizabeth Asmis, Shadi Bartsch, and Martha C. Nussbaum, this engaging collection restores 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.
Anger, Mercy, Revenge comprises three key writings: the moral essays On Anger and On Clemency—which were penned as advice for the then young emperor, Nero—and the Apocolocyntosis, a brilliant satire lampooning the end of the reign of Claudius. Friend and tutor, as well as philosopher, Seneca welcomed the age of Nero in tones alternately serious, poetic, and comic—making Anger, Mercy, Revenge a work just as complicated, astute, and ambitious as its author.
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Discover the timeless wisdom of Lucius Annaeus Seneca with Anger, Mercy, Revenge (The Complete Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca). This remarkable collection features new English-language translations of his works, making them accessible to a wider audience. Edited by renowned classicists Elizabeth Asmis, Shadi Bartsch, and Martha C. Nussbaum, this engaging series brings Seneca back to the forefront of classical literature.
As a Roman Stoic philosopher, Seneca lived during the Silver Age of Latin literature, and his influence extended beyond just philosophy. He served as a dramatist, statesman, and adviser to Emperor Nero. His writings have resonated throughout history, earning praise from esteemed figures such as Desiderius Erasmus and Ralph Waldo Emerson.
The three key writings included in this volume, On Anger, On Clemency, and the Apocolocyntosis, offer invaluable insights into moral essays and brilliant satire. Addressed to Nero, these works provide advice and guidance relevant to rulers and individuals alike. Seneca's unique blend of seriousness, poetry, and comedy brings depth and complexity to Anger, Mercy, Revenge.
Don't miss your chance to delve into the mind of this influential thinker. Whether you're a student of the humanities or simply enjoy thought-provoking literature, Anger, Mercy, Revenge is a must-read. Gain a deeper understanding of human nature, leadership, and the complexities of life through Seneca's compelling works.
Take a step back in time and explore the works of one of history's greatest philosophers. Enhance your collection with Anger, Mercy, Revenge (The Complete Works of Lucius Annaeus Seneca) today.
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