Whatever is Rational is Tolerable
90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books
'I must die. But must I die bawling?'
What does it mean to live a virtuous life? How can we rise above pain and anguish? In these teachings from Book 1 of his Discourses, ancient philosopher Epictetus outlines a practical approach to Stoicism that has inspired thinkers for centuries, from Marcus Aurelius to Theodore Roosevelt, offering enduring wisdom on resilience, virtue and the pursuit of meaning.
Author: Epictetus
Format: Paperback, 128 pages, 110mm x 180mm, 82 g
Published: 2025, Penguin Books Ltd, United Kingdom
Genre: Philosophy
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90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books
'I must die. But must I die bawling?'
What does it mean to live a virtuous life? How can we rise above pain and anguish? In these teachings from Book 1 of his Discourses, ancient philosopher Epictetus outlines a practical approach to Stoicism that has inspired thinkers for centuries, from Marcus Aurelius to Theodore Roosevelt, offering enduring wisdom on resilience, virtue and the pursuit of meaning.
Whatever is Rational is Tolerable