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Stoic Wisdom

by Nancy Sherman (distinguished University Professor And Professor Of Philosophy, Distinguished University Professor And Professor Of Philosophy, Georgetown University)

  • Hardback
  • Publisher: Oxford University Press
  • 21.9 x 21.4 x 3.4 cm

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A deeply informed exploration of what Stoic ideas have to offer us todayStoicism is the ideal philosophy of life for those seeking calm in times of stress and uncertainty. For many, it has become the new Zen, with meditation techniques that help us face whatever life throws our way. Indeed, the Stoics address a key question of our time: how can we be masters of our fate when the outside world threatens to unmoor our well-being? In Stoic Wisdom, Georgetown philosophy professor Nancy Sherman, an expert in ancient and modern ethics, shows what a practical modern Stoicism really looks like. Drawing on the wisdom of Stoic thinkers Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca and others, Sherman paints a portrait that uncovers the true subtlety and power of Stoic ideas. That portrait reveals a truth often ignored: that the Stoics never thought self-sufficiency was only about rugged self-reliance and mental discipline. We are at home in the world, they taught, when we are connected to each other in cooperative efforts. While mastery of one's self is essential, we also must draw on our deepest relationships for true strength and resilience. Bringing these ancient ideas to bear on 21st century environments-from Silicon Valley to first responders in a pandemic, to soldiers on the battlefield-Sherman shows how Stoicism can both prepare us for an uncertain future and help us cope with traumatic events. Stoic Wisdom will appeal to anyone feeling helpless or looking for deeper, meaningful strength and goodness in addressing life's biggest and smallest challenges.
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  • Author

    Nancy Sherman (distinguished University Professor And Professor Of Philosophy, Distinguished University Professor And Professor Of Philosophy, Georgetown University)

  • Book Format

    Hardback

  • Publisher

    Oxford University Press

  • Published

    October 2021

  • Weight

    432g

  • Dimensions

    21.9 x 21.4 x 3.4 cm

  • ISBN

    9780197501832

  • ISBN-10

    0197501834

  • Eden Code

    5312951

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