An important 1918 edition of the medieval biography of Giles of Assisi, one of the original disciples of Saint Francis.

Author name not noted above: Marcus Aurelius. Translator names not noted above: Benjamin Jowett, Hastings Crossley, and George Long. Originally published between 1909 and 1917 under the name "Harvard Classics," this stupendous 51-volume set-a collection of the greatest writings from literature, philosophy, history, and mythology-was assembled by American academic CHARLES WILLIAM ELIOT (1834-1926), Harvard University's longest-serving president. Also known as "Dr. Eliot's Five Foot Shelf," it represented Eliot's belief that a basic liberal education could be gleaned by reading from an anthology of works that could fit on five feet of bookshelf. Volume II features: [ The Apology, Phaedo, and Crito, by Greek philosopher PLATO (c. 428 Bic. 347 Be, three of his greatest dialogues about his mentor, Socrates, and essential for understanding the Socratic method. [ The Golden Sayings, by Greek philosopher EPICTETUS (55-135), a collection of Stoic aphorisms and wisdom. [ The Meditations, by Roman emperor MARCUS AURELIUS (121-180), an ode to the obligations and rewards of duty.

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This book is a timeless collection of wisdom and guidance from one of the greatest philosophers of the ancient world. Epictetus, a former slave who became a renowned Stoic philosopher, believed that philosophy was not just an intellectual pursuit but a way of life. In his teachings, he emphasized the importance of self-discipline, acceptance of life's challenges, and personal responsibility for our actions. This book, which compiles the surviving words of Epictetus as recorded by his pupil Arrian, provides valuable insights into the Stoic approach to living a meaningful and fulfilling life. From dealing with adversity and practicing mindfulness to cultivating moral virtues and living in harmony with others, Epictetus' teachings remain as relevant today as they were in ancient times.