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OverviewThe great stoic philosopher, playwright and Roman statesman of the first century, Lucius Annaeus Seneca, exercised enormous influence for nearly fifteen years as tutor and political advisor to the Emperor Nero until forced to commit suicide by his former pupil. In the hands of Annales School historian Paul Veyne, the dramatic story of his life - one of power, politics and intrigue - becomes a mirror of the time in which he lived. Seneca's philosophical writings remain our core source for stoic thought, and their immense influence continues to be felt. Veyne's authoritative exposition of stoicism and the interconnections between Seneca's life and thought, make this book ideal reading for anyone interested in Roman history and philosophy. This compact and compelling book is a brilliant introduction to the life and philosophy of one of the ancient world's greatest thinkers by one of the great historians of our own time. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Paul Veyne , David SullivanPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.294kg ISBN: 9780415762250ISBN 10: 0415762251 Pages: 204 Publication Date: 16 May 2014 Audience: College/higher education , College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsChapter 1 Prologue: Seneca from Birth to Final Disillusion (1—65 C.E.); Chapter 2 Seneca as a Stoic; Chapter 3 Epilogue: Final Witness and Death of the Liberator (63–65 C.E.);ReviewsAuthor InformationPaul Veyne, David Sullivan Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |