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About the book
Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy.
Marcus Aurelius wrote the 12 books of the Meditations in Koine Greek as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. It is possible that large portions of the work were written at Sirmium, where he spent much time planning military campaigns from 170 to 180. Some of it was written while he was positioned at Aquincum on campaign in Pannonia, because internal notes tell us that the first book was written when he was campaigning against the Quadi on the river Granova and the second book was written at Carnuntum.
People recommending Meditations
What readers say about ‘Meditations’
Neil Strauss on Meditations
“Neil Strauss recommended this book in the "Tools of Titans" book.”
Chip Conley on Meditations
“"I have given [this book] away to a number of people."”
Sam Altman on Meditations
“"Great read."”
Stewart Brand on Meditations
“Stewart Brand recommended this book on his "Selected Books for the Manual for Civilization" blog post.”
Tobi Lütke on Meditations
“"My most read book."”
James Clear on Meditations
“"[One of] the 10 best nonfiction books of all-time."”
Joe Rogan on Meditations
“"It's really wild when you think about how long that guy lived and how applicable some of his thoughts are today."”
Arianna Huffington on Meditations
“"I find [this book] so inspirational and instructive, it lives on my nightstand."”
Ankur Warikoo on Meditations
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Shane Parrish on Meditations
“"Really helped foster my interest in philosophy."”
Jack Dorsey on Meditations
“"Finished reading."”
Austen Allred on Meditations
“Austen Allred recommended this book on his website.”
Adam Robinson on Meditations
“"Someone would get more benefit from reading ten books multiple times. Like [this book]."”
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