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Meditations
- By: Marcus Aurelius, George Long - translator, Duncan Steen - translator
- Narrated by: Duncan Steen
- Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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One of the most significant books ever written by a head of state, the Meditations are a collection of philosophical thoughts by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius....
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A matter of life and death.
- By Paschal on 07-01-17
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
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The Daily Stoic
- 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living
- By: Ryan Holiday, Stephen Hanselman
- Narrated by: Brian Holsopple
- Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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The Daily Stoic offers a daily devotional of Stoic insights and exercises, featuring all-new translations from Emperor Marcus Aurelius, playwright Seneca, and many more....
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Great content, TERRIBLE audio delivery
- By shoesshoesshoes on 23-11-16
By: Ryan Holiday, and others
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Meditations
- Penguin Classics
- By: Marcus Aurelius, Diskin Clay, Martin Hammond
- Narrated by: Richard Armitage
- Length: 6 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections and exercises developed as the leader struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe....
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Not the Meditations, but a commentary thereof
- By Adrian on 02-01-20
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
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How to Think Like a Roman Emperor
- The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius
- By: Donald J. Robertson
- Narrated by: Donald J. Robertson
- Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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In How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves stories of the life of Marcus Aurelius from the Roman histories together with explanations of Stoicism - its philosophy and its psychology - to enlighten today’s listeners....
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This book got me through a difficult time.
- By Anonymous User on 17-04-19
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Letters from a Stoic
- Penguin Classics
- By: Seneca, Robin Campbell
- Narrated by: Julian Glover
- Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Seeing self-possession as the key to an existence lived 'in accordance with nature', the Stoic philosophy called for the restraint of animal instincts and the importance of upright ethical ideals and virtuous living....
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Excellent narration
- By SteveO on 31-01-20
By: Seneca, and others
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Discourses and Selected Writings
- By: Epictetus, Robert Dobbin
- Narrated by: Richard Goulding
- Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Epictetus, a Greek stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicropolis in the early second century AD....
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Excellent starting point
- By Anonymous User on 06-10-21
By: Epictetus, and others
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Meditations
- By: Marcus Aurelius, George Long - translator, Duncan Steen - translator
- Narrated by: Duncan Steen
- Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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One of the most significant books ever written by a head of state, the Meditations are a collection of philosophical thoughts by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius....
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A matter of life and death.
- By Paschal on 07-01-17
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
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The Daily Stoic
- 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living
- By: Ryan Holiday, Stephen Hanselman
- Narrated by: Brian Holsopple
- Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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The Daily Stoic offers a daily devotional of Stoic insights and exercises, featuring all-new translations from Emperor Marcus Aurelius, playwright Seneca, and many more....
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Great content, TERRIBLE audio delivery
- By shoesshoesshoes on 23-11-16
By: Ryan Holiday, and others
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Meditations
- Penguin Classics
- By: Marcus Aurelius, Diskin Clay, Martin Hammond
- Narrated by: Richard Armitage
- Length: 6 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections and exercises developed as the leader struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe....
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Not the Meditations, but a commentary thereof
- By Adrian on 02-01-20
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
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How to Think Like a Roman Emperor
- The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius
- By: Donald J. Robertson
- Narrated by: Donald J. Robertson
- Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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In How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves stories of the life of Marcus Aurelius from the Roman histories together with explanations of Stoicism - its philosophy and its psychology - to enlighten today’s listeners....
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This book got me through a difficult time.
- By Anonymous User on 17-04-19
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Letters from a Stoic
- Penguin Classics
- By: Seneca, Robin Campbell
- Narrated by: Julian Glover
- Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Seeing self-possession as the key to an existence lived 'in accordance with nature', the Stoic philosophy called for the restraint of animal instincts and the importance of upright ethical ideals and virtuous living....
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Excellent narration
- By SteveO on 31-01-20
By: Seneca, and others
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Discourses and Selected Writings
- By: Epictetus, Robert Dobbin
- Narrated by: Richard Goulding
- Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Epictetus, a Greek stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicropolis in the early second century AD....
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Excellent starting point
- By Anonymous User on 06-10-21
By: Epictetus, and others
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The Beginner's Guide to Stoicism
- Tools for Emotional Resilience & Positivity
- By: Matthew J. Van Natta
- Narrated by: Steve Rimpici
- Length: 3 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Being a stoic means embracing positivity and self-control through the ability to accept the uncertainty of outcomes. With this stoicism guide, the beginner stoic will learn how to take charge of their emotions on the path to sustained happiness and satisfaction....
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A must read '1st book' for beginners on Stoicism
- By Ste on 02-12-21
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Republic
- By: Plato, Christopher Rowe - translator
- Narrated by: Jim Barclay
- Length: 16 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
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The Republic, Plato's masterwork, was first enjoyed 2,400 years ago and remains one of the most widely read books in the world: as a foundational work of Western philosophy and for the richness of its ideas and virtuosity of its writing....
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Philosophical classic
- By N. Booth on 04-01-22
By: Plato, and others
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A Little History of Philosophy
- By: Nigel Warburton
- Narrated by: Kris Dyer
- Length: 7 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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Philosophy begins with questions about the nature of reality and how we should live....
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fact checking is important
- By Anonymous User on 21-12-19
By: Nigel Warburton
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The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius
- By: Marcus Aurelius
- Narrated by: Walter Covell
- Length: 5 hrs
- Unabridged
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Marcus Aurelius was Roman Emperor from 161 C.E. to his death in 180 C.E. He was destined to be a leader, havin being born into a prominent family - one related by blood and marriage to rulers and bankers....
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Wise and fascinating
- By Ed on 04-05-14
By: Marcus Aurelius
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The Philosophy Book
- Big Ideas Simply Explained
- By: DK
- Narrated by: Jason Culp
- Length: 16 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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An essential introduction to the history, concepts, and thinking behind philosophy that demystifies what can often be daunting subject matter, laid out in DK's signature style....
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Enjoyable and useful
- By Amazon Customer on 23-02-20
By: DK
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The Stoic Challenge
- A Philosopher's Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient
- By: William B. Irvine
- Narrated by: Brian Troxell
- Length: 4 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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A practical, refreshingly optimistic guide that uses centuries-old wisdom to help us better cope with the stresses of modern living....
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Fantastic
- By Amazon Customer on 10-10-19
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Wild Mind, Wild Earth
- Our Place in the Sixth Extinction
- By: David Hinton
- Narrated by: David Hinton
- Length: 4 hrs and 4 mins
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Exploring the confluence of ancient Chinese spirituality and modern Western environmental thought, Wild Mind, Wild Earth reveals the unrecognized kinship of mind and nature that must be reanimated if we are to end our destruction of the planet.
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A nudge to take ownership over our actions
- By tamara on 27-06-23
By: David Hinton
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The Complete Strategy Collection
- The Art of War, The Prince, The Book of Five Rings, On War and Arthashastra
- By: Sun Tzu, Niccolo Machiavelli, Miyamoto Musashi, and others
- Narrated by: Michael Bower, Tom Chandler
- Length: 52 hrs and 43 mins
- Unabridged
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The Complete Strategy Collection, a compilation of ancient and historical philosophies, will increase your knowledge of strategy, conflict, and adversity throughout the ages, giving you valuable insight into the past while opening a window to the future....
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Fit For A King
- By Anonymous User on 05-05-24
By: Sun Tzu, and others
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Degree in a Book: Philosophy
- By: Peter Gibson
- Narrated by: Laurence Bouvard
- Length: 6 hrs and 40 mins
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The perfect introduction to philosophy, Degree in a Book: Philosophy covers every major subject of philosophy, every school of thought, and every philosopher in an accessible manner....
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designed for reading
- By Lawrence on 07-10-22
By: Peter Gibson
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Twilight of the Idols and The Antichrist
- By: Friedrich Nietzsche
- Narrated by: Barnaby Edwards
- Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins
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The last works completed before Nietzsche's final years of insanity, Twilight of the Idols and The Antichrist contain some of his most passionate and polemical writing....
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A Guide to the Good Life
- The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy
- By: William B. Irvine
- Narrated by: James Patrick Cronin
- Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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One of the great fears many of us face is that despite all our effort and striving, we will discover at the end that we have wasted our life....
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To the non-stoic reviewers...
- By Anonymous User on 20-01-20
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50 Philosophy Classics
- Thinking, Being, Acting, Seeing, Profound Insights and Powerful Thinking from Fifty Key Books
- By: Tom Butler-Bowdon
- Narrated by: Sean Pratt
- Length: 13 hrs and 48 mins
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From Aristotle to Wittgenstein and Zizek, 50 Philosophy Classics provides a lively entry point to the field of philosophy....
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Really interesting and well produced
- By Flopadoo on 08-07-13
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Epicurus of Samos: His Philosophy and Life
- All the Principal Source Texts
- By: Epicurus, Crespo
- Narrated by: James Gillies, Jonathan Booth
- Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins
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Epicurus of Samos (341-270 BCE) was the founder of the philosophical system to which he gave his name: Epicureanism....
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good Information
- By Amazon Kunde on 25-10-20
By: Epicurus, and others
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Discourse on Metaphysics, On the Ultimate Origin of Things and Other Principal Essays
- By: Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz
- Narrated by: Charles Armstrong
- Length: 5 hrs and 14 mins
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This Leibniz collection contains some of the philosopher’s most important works and ideas, spans three decades and illuminates the fascinating intellectual journey undertaken by him in his quest for truth....
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Plato's Republic
- By: The Great Courses, David Roochnik
- Narrated by: Professor David Roochnik Ph.D. Pennsylvania State University
- Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins
- Original Recording
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You'll wrestle with Plato's controversial vision, and you'll be surprised just how contemporary these arguments sound....
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Heartily recommended if you are new to Plato
- By Mr. P. A. Gower on 02-01-14
By: The Great Courses, and others
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The Socratic Dialogues Early Period, Volume 2
- Gorgias, Protagoras, Meno, Euthydemus, Lesser Hippias, Greater Hippias
- By: Plato, Benjamin Jowett - translator
- Narrated by: David Rintoul, full cast
- Length: 10 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Here, in this second collection of Socratic Dialogues from Plato's Early Period, read by David Rintoul as Socrates with a full cast, are contrasting six works....
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Engrossing
- By Padua on 20-05-20
By: Plato, and others
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Plato of Athens
- A Life in Philosophy
- By: Robin Waterfield
- Narrated by: Tristam Summers
- Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Plato of Athens is the perfect introduction to the man and his work....
By: Robin Waterfield
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Breakfast with Seneca
- A Stoic Guide to the Art of Living
- By: David Fideler
- Narrated by: Paul Heitsch
- Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
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The first clear and faithful guide to the timeless, practical teachings of the Stoic philosopher Seneca....
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Classic good sense
- By Idontlikegivingreviews on 10-03-24
By: David Fideler
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Unended Quest
- An Intellectual Autobiography
- By: Karl Popper
- Narrated by: Martyn Swain
- Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins
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At the age of eight, Karl Popper was puzzling over the idea of infinity and by fifteen was beginning to take a keen interest in his father's well-stocked library of books. Unended Quest recounts these moments and many others in the life of one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century....
By: Karl Popper
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Symposium
- By: Plato
- Narrated by: full cast
- Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
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The Greek word sumposion means a drinking party, and the party described in Plato's Symposium is one supposedly given in the year 416 BC by the playwright Agathon....
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It's great
- By Fluent Breather on 12-06-17
By: Plato
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Krishnamurti: Reflections on the Self
- By: Jiddu Krishnamurti
- Narrated by: Jim Tedder
- Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins
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Described by the Dalai Lama as “one of the greatest thinkers of the age”, Jiddu Krishnamurti has influenced millions throughout the 20th century....
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Neti neti!
- By tarquino on 22-06-15
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Phaedrus
- By: Plato
- Narrated by: Andrea Giordani
- Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
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The Phaedrus by Plato, is a dialogue between Plato's protagonist, Socrates, and Phaedrus, an interlocutor in several dialogues....
By: Plato
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The Aristotle Collection
- Nicomachean Ethics, Metaphysics, Poetics, Rhetoric, On Sense and the Sensible, On Memory and Reminiscence, On Sleep and Sleeplessness, On Dreams, On Prophesying by Dreams, On Longevity and Shortness of Life, On Youth and Old Age, & On Life and Death
- By: Aristotle
- Narrated by: Museum Audiobooks cast
- Length: 34 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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Aristotle was a Greek philosopher and polymath during the Classical period in Ancient Greece. His writings cover many subjects including physics, biology, zoology, metaphysics, logic, ethics, aesthetics, poetry, theatre, music, rhetoric, psychology, linguistics, economics, politics....
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Great books you can learn about Aristotle from it
- By Oriya on 03-01-24
By: Aristotle
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The Wisdom of Life, Counsels and Maxims
- By: Arthur Schopenhauer
- Narrated by: David Rintoul
- Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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In The Wisdom of Life, Schopenhauer considers eudemonology (the science of happiness)....
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Dated but so helpful to read
- By Oscar Lamont on 29-11-20
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Finding Solid Ground
- In Politics, the Economy, and Jesus' Teaching
- By: Rev. Robert Emerick
- Narrated by: Susana Gaia
- Length: 4 hrs and 46 mins
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In 2011, Emerick, an ordained minister in the United Methodist Church and a licensed clinical social worker, embarked on a self-directed study to educate himself about the nation's principal political disputes. He discovered that America's dominant political and economic theories...are... pitting the demands of the individual against the needs of the community. But in the Constitution's preamble... the concerns of individual liberty and the general welfare are given equal weight, and a more equitable national philosophy will...combine the two.
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Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: 25 Guided Meditation Scripts Ready to Practice
- The Power of Roman Wisdom (Annotated)
- By: Marcus Aurelius, tounknown dotcom
- Narrated by: Ishta Devata Shiva
- Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins
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In the complex tapestry of life, the brilliance of Marcus Aurelius serves as a guiding beacon. Within his personal reflections, meticulously crafted with profound insight, the revered Stoic philosopher-emperor imparted timeless wisdom that continues to inspire generations.
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A personal, unexpectedly transformative experience
- By Anonymous User on 29-04-24
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
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Stoicism for Dummies
- By: Tom Morris Ph.D., Gregory Bassham Ph.D.
- Narrated by: Graham Rowat
- Length: 18 hrs and 1 min
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Stoicism for Dummies will teach you the basic principles of stoic philosophy and show you how it can help you navigate the ups and downs of life. We all face challenges and setbacks, and, if we have the right mindset, we can sail through them with ease. This book offers a comprehensive look at Stoic philosophy, uncovering its strengths and attractions and shedding light on its limitations, both in the ancient world where it was developed, and in our world today. Learn how you can apply stoic principles for personal growth and better living.
By: Tom Morris Ph.D., and others
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Secrets of Greek Mysticism
- A Modern Guide to Daily Practice with the Greek Gods and Goddesses
- By: George Lizos
- Narrated by: George Lizos
- Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins
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Secrets of Greek Mysticism is the first spiritual book about the Greek gods and goddesses written by a native, practicing priest of Hellenic Polytheism. It goes beyond the simplistic and archetypical representation of the Greek pantheon and reintroduces the gods and goddesses from a theological perspective. Rather than presenting the gods and goddesses as symbolic, lifeless figures one can use to embellish spiritual practice, Secrets of Greek Mysticism teaches listeners how to find each god or goddess within them.
By: George Lizos
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Buddha or Karl Marx
- By: Dr. B R Ambedkar
- Narrated by: Siddhartha Valicharla
- Length: 1 hr and 16 mins
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Buddha or Karl Marx is a comparative study of the two philosophies Buddhism and Marxism. It concludes by presenting in plain English that Buddhism through changing man's disposition is a superior way to achieve and most importantly maintain a society sans suffering, greed and fostering Maitri (universal love and brotherhood).
By: Dr. B R Ambedkar
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How to Be Healthy
- An Ancient Guide to Wellness (Ancient Wisdom for Modern Readers)
- By: Galen, Katherine D. Van Schaik - translator commentator
- Narrated by: Rick Adamson, Cindy Kay
- Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins
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The second-century Greek physician Galen—the most famous doctor in antiquity after Hippocrates—is a central figure in Western medicine. A talented doctor, surgeon, writer, philosopher, teacher, pharmacologist, and inventor, Galen attended the court of Marcus Aurelius, living through outbreaks of plague that devastated the Roman Empire. He also served as a physician for professional gladiators. In writings that provided the foundation of Western medicine up to the nineteenth century, Galen created a unified account of health and disease.
By: Galen, and others
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Finding Solid Ground
- In Politics, the Economy, and Jesus' Teaching
- By: Rev. Robert Emerick
- Narrated by: Susana Gaia
- Length: 4 hrs and 46 mins
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In 2011, Emerick, an ordained minister in the United Methodist Church and a licensed clinical social worker, embarked on a self-directed study to educate himself about the nation's principal political disputes. He discovered that America's dominant political and economic theories...are... pitting the demands of the individual against the needs of the community. But in the Constitution's preamble... the concerns of individual liberty and the general welfare are given equal weight, and a more equitable national philosophy will...combine the two.
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Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: 25 Guided Meditation Scripts Ready to Practice
- The Power of Roman Wisdom (Annotated)
- By: Marcus Aurelius, tounknown dotcom
- Narrated by: Ishta Devata Shiva
- Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins
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In the complex tapestry of life, the brilliance of Marcus Aurelius serves as a guiding beacon. Within his personal reflections, meticulously crafted with profound insight, the revered Stoic philosopher-emperor imparted timeless wisdom that continues to inspire generations.
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A personal, unexpectedly transformative experience
- By Anonymous User on 29-04-24
By: Marcus Aurelius, and others
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Stoicism for Dummies
- By: Tom Morris Ph.D., Gregory Bassham Ph.D.
- Narrated by: Graham Rowat
- Length: 18 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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Stoicism for Dummies will teach you the basic principles of stoic philosophy and show you how it can help you navigate the ups and downs of life. We all face challenges and setbacks, and, if we have the right mindset, we can sail through them with ease. This book offers a comprehensive look at Stoic philosophy, uncovering its strengths and attractions and shedding light on its limitations, both in the ancient world where it was developed, and in our world today. Learn how you can apply stoic principles for personal growth and better living.
By: Tom Morris Ph.D., and others
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Secrets of Greek Mysticism
- A Modern Guide to Daily Practice with the Greek Gods and Goddesses
- By: George Lizos
- Narrated by: George Lizos
- Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins
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Secrets of Greek Mysticism is the first spiritual book about the Greek gods and goddesses written by a native, practicing priest of Hellenic Polytheism. It goes beyond the simplistic and archetypical representation of the Greek pantheon and reintroduces the gods and goddesses from a theological perspective. Rather than presenting the gods and goddesses as symbolic, lifeless figures one can use to embellish spiritual practice, Secrets of Greek Mysticism teaches listeners how to find each god or goddess within them.
By: George Lizos
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Buddha or Karl Marx
- By: Dr. B R Ambedkar
- Narrated by: Siddhartha Valicharla
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Buddha or Karl Marx is a comparative study of the two philosophies Buddhism and Marxism. It concludes by presenting in plain English that Buddhism through changing man's disposition is a superior way to achieve and most importantly maintain a society sans suffering, greed and fostering Maitri (universal love and brotherhood).
By: Dr. B R Ambedkar
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How to Be Healthy
- An Ancient Guide to Wellness (Ancient Wisdom for Modern Readers)
- By: Galen, Katherine D. Van Schaik - translator commentator
- Narrated by: Rick Adamson, Cindy Kay
- Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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The second-century Greek physician Galen—the most famous doctor in antiquity after Hippocrates—is a central figure in Western medicine. A talented doctor, surgeon, writer, philosopher, teacher, pharmacologist, and inventor, Galen attended the court of Marcus Aurelius, living through outbreaks of plague that devastated the Roman Empire. He also served as a physician for professional gladiators. In writings that provided the foundation of Western medicine up to the nineteenth century, Galen created a unified account of health and disease.
By: Galen, and others