A Greek Stoic philosopher of the first and second century, Epictetus settled permanently in Nicopolis in Epirus, where he founded his own school, which he called a âhealing place for sick souls.â There he taught a practical philosophy, which has been recorded by his principal student Arrian, the famous author of the historical work âAnabasis of Alexanderâ. The âDiscoursesâ present Epictetusâ Stoic ethics as broad and firm in method, and occasionally humorous and melancholic in spirit. The philosopher also presents a compelling example of the ideal Stoic man. Delphiâs Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the wisdom of the Classical world, with both English translations and the original Greek texts. This comprehensive eBook presents Epictetusâ complete extant works, with illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)
* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Epictetusâ life and works
* Features the complete extant works of Epictetus, in both English translation and the original Greek
* Concise introduction to the âDiscoursesâ
* Provides two translations of the âDiscoursesâ and âEncheiridionâ: George Long and W. A. Oldfather
* W. A. Oldfatherâs translation previously appeared in the Loeb Classical Library edition of Epictetus
* Images of famous paintings that have been inspired by Epictetusâ works
* Excellent formatting of the texts
* Easily locate the chapters or works you want to read with individual contents tables
* Includes Epictetusâ rare fragments, first time in digital print
* Provides a special dual English and Greek text of âEncheiridionâ (the summary handbook of the âDiscoursesâ), allowing readers to compare the sections paragraph by paragraph â ideal for students
* Features a bonus biography â discover Epictetusâ ancient world
* Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres
Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to explore our range of Ancient Classics titles or buy the entire series as a Super Set
CONTENTS:
The Translations
DISCOURSES
THE ENCHEIRIDION
FRAGMENTS
The Greek Texts
LIST OF GREEK TEXTS
The Dual Text
DUAL GREEK AND ENGLISH TEXT
The Biography
INTRODUCTION TO EPICTETUS by W. A. Oldfather
Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles