A major writer & a leading figure in the public life of Rome Seneca (c 4BC-AD 65) ranks among the most eloquent & influential masters of Latin prose This selection explores his thoughts on philosophy & the trials of life In the Consolation to Helvia he strives to offer solace to his mother following his exile in AD 41 while On the Shortness of Life & On Tranquillity of Mind are lucid & compelling explorations of Stoic thought Witty & self-critical the Letters
- written to his young friend Lucilius
- explore Seneca's struggle to acquire philosophical wisdom A fascinating insight into one of the greatest minds of Ancient Rome these works inspired writers & thinkers including Montaigne Rousseau & Bacon & continue to intrigue & enlighten