Originally written only for his personal consumption, Marcus Aurelius's Meditations has become a key text in the understanding of Roman Stoic philosophy. This Penguin Classics edition is translated with notes by Martin Hammond and an introduction by Diskin Clay. 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...

In the tradition of The Art of Living and Marcus Aurelius' Meditations, a practical book of timeless advice from one of the most powerful individuals in history, available for the first time in a highly accessible translation, including several unique features for contemporary users of daily wisdom guides.