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Meditations

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The 1634 translation of Meditations by Méric Casaubon stands out as the first English rendition of this Stoic classic, achieving remarkable popularity with numerous reprints. While the Shakespearean language may challenge contemporary readers, its poetic Elizabethan prose enriches the spiritual depth of the text. Marcus Aurelius's eloquence and articulate expression remain powerful, effectively conveying his profound thoughts and ideas throughout the work.

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Lingua
Inglese
Editore
Lulu.com
Pubblicato
2019
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
126
ISBN13
9780359869053
Serie
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4,2 su 5
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The 1634 translation of Meditations by Méric Casaubon stands out as the first English rendition of this Stoic classic, achieving remarkable popularity with numerous reprints. While the Shakespearean language may challenge contemporary readers, its poetic Elizabethan prose enriches the spiritual depth of the text. Marcus Aurelius's eloquence and articulate expression remain powerful, effectively conveying his profound thoughts and ideas throughout the work.