Length6h 5m
About this audiobook
Letters from a Stoic is one of the essential works of Roman Stoic philosophy, offering a series of moral reflections on virtue, discipline, friendship, time, grief, mortality, wealth, simplicity, and the art of living well. Written as letters addressed to Lucilius, these meditations combine practical advice with deep philosophical insight, showing how reason, self-command, and inner freedom can help a person face uncertainty, loss, desire, and fear. Seneca's voice is direct, personal, and timeless. Rather than presenting philosophy as an abstract system, he turns everyday experience into a guide for character, resilience, and ethical clarity. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on what truly belongs to them, what must be endured, and how a life shaped by wisdom can remain steady even in difficult circumstances. A powerful classic for listeners interested in Stoicism, ancient philosophy, self-mastery, moral reflection, and the search for a meaningful life.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length6 hrs 5 mins
Narrated byJames Midwood
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateJul 7, 2026
LanguageEnglish
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