On the Shortness of Life

Timeless advice on the art of living well, from the celebrated Penguin Great Ideas series The writings of the ancient Roman philosopher Seneca offer powerful insights into stoicism, morality and the importance of reason, and continue to provide profound guidance to many through their eloquence, lucidity and wisdom. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. The Penguin Great Ideas series brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are.Author: Seneca,author Contributors: Seneca,author Binding: mass_market Number Of Pages: 112 Publication Date: Release Date: Languages: English,Published,Latin,Original Language,English Format: International Edition Edition: 1 Model: 1674722 Published/Release Date: 2 Sep 2004 Format: Paperback / softback Publisher/Studio/Brand: Penguin Books Ltd Author/Director/Artist: Seneca Dimension (cm): 180x111x8 mm Package Dimension (cm): 10x179x111 mm Item Weight (g): 73 Package Weight (g): 70