The Enchiridion - Epictetus

The Enchiridion by Epictetus presents the enduring precepts of a major Greek Stoic philosopher. This hardback edition is published with the subtitle A Stoic's Guide to Contentment and Tranquillity.

Key details

• Author: Epictetus
• Format: Hardback
• Pages: 96
• Publisher: Dover Publications Inc
• Publication date: 29 December 2023
• ISBN: 9780486851952

Synopsis

Presented as a compact manual, this keepsake volume draws on the lecture notes gathered and published by Epictetus’s pupil Arrian as The Enchiridion, also known as the Manual. It reflects Epictetus’s emphasis on self-examination and a disciplined approach to daily life, offering practical counsel for readers seeking contentment, happiness, and tranquillity.

Its central guidance turns on the distinction between what lies within our control and what does not, urging self-awareness and responsibility for one’s thoughts and actions rather than attempting to reshape events beyond our power. Rooted in religion and philosophy, it suits readers looking for a concise introduction to Stoic principles and makes a considered gift for many occasions.

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