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Marcus Aurelius: Genius Roman Emperor
- Great Biographies, Book 1
- Narrated by: Jerry Beebe
- Length: 1 hr and 31 mins
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Summary
Marcus Aurelius was an outstanding person and Emperor of Ancient Rome. He was far more concerned with ways of thinking than with warfare. Being a small boy he applied himself to task with education. Marcus preferred others over himself, putting his own welfare aside for the good of other people.
His nature is obvious in his kindness and consideration for others; but his sharp intelligence is also evident in his writing and in his excellence in jurisprudence. People called him a Great Emperor and a Philosopher King.
Inside you will listen about:
- The Young Marcus
- Training in Oratory
- Antoninus's reign
- Antoninus's death
- Philosopher turned Emperor
- Marcus and Lucius's reign
- The Slumbering Tiber
- The War with the Parthians
- The Antonine plague
- The youngest Consul in Roman history
- The End of the Pax Romana
- And much more!
This audiobook is a chronological biography of his life. Its aim is to not only describe the historical events of his life, but also to delve into his character. It explores who the man really was, especially the contrast between the high station thrust upon him and the simplicity he longed for.
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- Janson
- 09-03-19
I appreciate the authors
This is a fair, intelligent, and thorough biography of the world's most beloved pagans: Emperor Marcus Aurelius. It is easy to fall in love with Marcus, so I appreciate the authors resolute determination to be objective. I like the way the author not only talks about his life as an emperor but his life as a person, including his correspondence with friends . Moreover, the book does a good job of describing the world around Marcus, something that is essential to understanding Marcus himself.
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- Chet
- 09-03-19
Great narration
An amazing journal on stoicism from Marcus Aurelius. Great translation too. I will hear again
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- Cathie
- 09-03-19
Life changing book
Life changing book, paradigm shifting stuff. The more things change, the more they seem to remain the same. 2000yr old wisdom, yet it still applies today.
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- Dailud
- 09-03-19
Awesome
For a layman with little knowledge of antiquity, this book will probably be a pretty hard slog. McLynn devotes a great deal of the biography to discussion of philosophy in the ancient world, with a particular focus on Stoicism, Aurelius's preferred doctrine (there is even a fairly lengthy appendix at the end of the book on Stoicism). When the fairly complicated politics of the early Empire is also factored in (most of which depended on complex, extensive personal relationships), this adds up to a fairly daunting prospect. Nonetheless, I recommend this book to anyone interested in learning more about 2nd-Century Roman history and to fans of biography in general.
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- Ebbe
- 09-03-19
Classic
This book will change your life. Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor--the most powerful man in the world at the time--who publicly forgave his best friend who tried to take the throne from him. This book is his personal journal of insights and reminders on how to refine and cultivate his character to live a good and transcendental life.
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- Stave
- 09-03-19
This book has changed my life
If there is one book I can credit with leaving a profound impact on my life, it is this one. The practical way in which it breaks down Stoic concepts is priceless. Things that used to bother me no longer phase me, and others, not as much as they used too.One of the things I am most thankful of getting from this book is the courage to see death for what it really is: nothing to fear. I feel fearless after listening this book, like a God even.Buy this book if you want to be empowered to meet the challenges of life without fear.
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- H. Andresen
- 06-08-19
Good summary of events, but...
In what kind of a barn did the narrator learn to speak??? The sloppy language is quite jarring, and it is frequently difficult to guess about whom or of what location the narrator is attempting to speak
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- Joe
- 09-03-19
philosophical treasure.
This was a fantastic read. I had it assigned for an Ethics and Rhetoric class. It was by far the best reading of the quarter. Accessible to anyone, and I mean absolutely anyone. Marcus Aurelius' vivacity, wisdom and wit is every bit as relevant today as when he wrote this nearly two millennium ago. I rushed through this in two weeks, as it was required to be read in that time span for the course I was taking. It could be finished in a day. However, I suggest taking your time with this. It is filled to the brim with pithy wisdom and poignant aphorisms that deserve meditation, reflection, and time to process. I'm going to re-read this book, but take it a very slow pace, perhaps even just an aphorism a day to really give myself time to absorb and enjoy this great philosophical treasure.
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- Dabney
- 09-03-19
Enjoyable history
This book provides an excellent, straight forward account that is easy to understand. It was well researched and written. The narrative was engaging and enjoyable. The text provides a fascinating analysis of a very complex person and his ideas, in a remarkably clear and understandable manner. Further, it provides the reader with a better understanding of his thought and ideas. Listeners who enjoy history and biographies, or those who are interested in knowing more about his philosophy will enjoy this book.
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- Sarah
- 09-03-19
Informative
Everyone should own a copy of Marcus Aurelius and his thoughts on Stoicism. The advice he gives from Rome centuries ago is still applicable today. It's remarkable how much of it can still be applied. Everyone should get this book and read it slowly, with a good cup of coffee.
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