Epicureanism

A Beginner's Guide to the Core Ideas and Modern Relevance of Epicureanism, Including the Pursuit of Pleasure, the Role of Friendship, and How to Live a Life Free from FearAlex Omberg

Length1h 44m

About this audiobook

This beginner's guide strips away the popular caricature of Epicureanism as mere indulgence, revealing it as a profound and practical philosophy for achieving tranquility. Journey into Epicurus's "Garden," a revolutionary community where true happiness was found not in luxury, but in simple pleasures, deep friendships, and freedom from fear. The book demystifies core concepts like ataraxia (inner peace) and provides actionable guidance through the Tetrapharmakos, a four-part remedy for life's greatest anxieties. By learning to master desires and understand the nature of true pleasure, readers will discover a timeless antidote to the stress and consumerism of the modern world.

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Audiobook details

Rating★★★★★ 5.0 (1)

GenreSelf-Help, Philosophy

Length1 hr 44 mins

Narrated bySelect Your Own

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateAug 21, 2025

LanguageEnglish

1Title Page

10Chapter 8: Ataraxia

2Preface

11Chapter 9: The Swerve

3Chapter 1: The Garden Philosopher - Epicurus and His Revolutionary Community

12Chapter 10: Epicureanism and Science

4Chapter 2: True Pleasure vs. False Pleasure

13Chapter 11: The Art of Friendship

5Chapter 3: The Four-Fold Medicine

14Chapter 12: Simple Pleasures in a Complex World

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6Chapter 4: Death Is Nothing to Us

15Chapter 13: Epicurean Ethics

7Chapter 5: Friendship as Life's Greatest Pleasure

16Chapter 14: Modern Epicureans

8Chapter 6: The Pleasure Calculus

17Chapter 15: Living Epicurean

9Chapter 7: Natural vs. Vain Desires

18The Wisdom of the Garden

About the author

Alex Omberg

I publish audiobooks dedicated to philosophy and the biographies of literary giants. Also known as "The Philosophy School," my work focuses on substance and clarity. I aim to provide professional, thorough overviews that explain ideas and lives simply, without talking down to the listener. Whether exploring Stoicism or the world of Virginia Woolf, you will find reliable narratives here. To stay updated on new releases, please subscribe to my mailing list using the link in the personal website section.View all by Alex Omberg