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Slave and Sage: Remarks on the Stoic Handbook of Epictetus Kindle Edition

by William Ferraiolo (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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'Epictetus Handbook is the best extant account of ancient Stoicism, and it still ranks as one of the most useful self-help manuals in today’s world. Through relatable contemporary applications and accessible explanations, Dr. Ferraiolo guides the reader reliably through all of the sayings in the Handbook to bring out their core meaning, which can be obscured by references to ancient social customs, events and philosophers.' Lou Matz, Professor of Philosophy, University of the Pacific

In Slave and Sage William Ferraiolo distills and reanimates the original spirit of Epictetus’ Enchiridion for a 21st century audience, and shows how the lessons Epictetus offered are more relevant than ever to modern life. Much like the original stoics, Ferraiolo's work prides itself on a combination of erudition and accessibility, to teach and counsel every reader. "This little gem of philosophical insight will help you dig down into the best wisdom of the ancient Stoic philosopher, Epictetus, and see how it can apply powerfully in our lives today. Highly recommended." Tom Morris, author of The Stoic Art of Living

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William Ferraiolo received a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Oklahoma in 1997. Since then, William has taught philosophy at San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, California. He lives in Lodi, CA.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B091BHK16G
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ O Books (May 28, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 28, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 447 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 207 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1789046718
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William Ferraiolo received a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Oklahoma in 1997. Since that time, he has been teaching philosophy at San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, California. His books include: Cynical Maxims and Marginalia, Meditations on Self-Discipline and Failure: Stoic Exercise for Mental Fitness, A Life Worth Living: Meditations on God, Death and Stoicism, You Die at the End: Meditations on Mortality and the Human Condition, God Bless the Broken Bones: Meditations Over One Botched, Bungled and Beautiful Year, The Exile at Home: Meditations on the Passing Madness, American Exit: Your Personal Secession Manifesto, Fractured Observations: Notes on Odd Stuff from Coffee to Coffins, The Little Book of Mental Toughness: Endure What You Must, Accomplish What You Can, and Embrace the Struggle, and Slave and Stage: Remarks on the Stoic Handbook of Epictetus.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Modern Handbook for How to Conduct One’s Life
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2021
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This is an excellent and extremely useful book. It has greatly enhanced my interest in the Stoic philosophy. I love reading the original text, but often times it is hard to interpret. Dr. Ferraiolo‘s interpretations and reflections help to better understand Epictetus’s Enchiridion. The best sixteen bucks I’ve spent in a long time. Just bought another copy for my son who is a US Marine Platoon Officer. I know it will benefit my son and his men.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Thinking through stoicism
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2021
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This is great handbook, a daily read to pick up. The thinking and reflection generated after reading a piece really help to kick start the day. Thank you to the author really enjoyed this so much so about to reread.
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