Originally written only for his personal consumption Marcus Aurelius's Meditations has become a key text in the understanding of Roman Stoic philosophy This Penguin Classics edition is translated with notes by Martin Hammond & an introduction by Diskin Clay Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any intention of publication the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections & exercises developed as the leader struggled to understand himself & make sense of the universe Spanning from doubt & despair to conviction & exaltation they cover such diverse topics as the question of virtue human rationality the nature of the gods & Aurelius's own emotions But while the Meditations were composed to provide personal consolation in developing his beliefs Marcus also created one of the greatest of all works of philosophy a series of wise & practical aphorisms that have been consulted & admired by statesmen thinkers & ordinary readers for almost two thousand years Martin Hammond's new translation fully expresses the intimacy & eloquence of the original work with detailed notes elucidating the text This edition also

Includes:: an introduction by Diskin Clay exploring the nature & development of the Meditations a chronology further reading & full indexes Marcus Aelius Aurelius Antoninus (121-80) was adopted by the emperor Antoninus Pius & succeeded him in 161 (as joint emperor with adoptive brother Lucius Verus) He ruled alone from 169 & spent much of his reign in putting down various rebellions & was a persecutor of Christians His fame rest above all on his Meditations a series of reflections strongly influenced by Epictetus which represent a Stoic outlook on life He was succeeded by his natural son thus ending the period of the adoptive emperors If you enjoyed Meditations you might like Seneca's Letters from a Stoic also available in Penguin Classics

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Descartes's Meditations on First Philosophy the fundamental & originating work of the modern era in Western philosophy is presented here in Donald Cress's completely revised edition of his well-established translation bringing this version even closer to Descartes's original while maintaining its clear & accessible style ...

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- 2008 USA Best Book Award A Comparison of Martial Arts

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In this volume Louise L Hay shares her philosophy of life on a multitude of subjects from addictions to fears to spiritual laws & everything in between Her insights offer meditations & practical knowledge to apply to your day-to-day life " This is a book of ideas to spark your own creative thinking process It will give you an opportunity to see other ways to approach your experiences Begin anywhere in this book Open it at will The message will be perfect for you at that moment It may confirm what you already believe or it may challenge you It is all part of the growth process" Louise L Hay ...

This book is a second fully revised edition of Robin Ellis's hugely successful Delicious Dishes for Diabetics Based on Mediterranean cuisine
- one of the healthiest in the worldbook
- British actor Robin Ellis shares his lifetime collection of healthy & simple recipes especially selected & adapted for people wishing to control or prevent Types 2 diabetes Diagnosed wth Type 2 diabetes himself Robin explains the strategic changes he made
- in what he eats & how he prepares his food
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Benefit from the Mediterranean diet For decades doctors & nutritional experts have observed-and confirmed-that people in Mediterranean countries have much lower occurrences in vascular disease obesity cancer & diabetes than their counterparts in northern European countries & the United States Now Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies shows you how to cook meals inspired by the cuisines of Italy Greece Spain & southern France so you too can live a healthier life free of excess weight & disease The Mediterranean diet-ranked 2 in Best Diets overall it is high in vegetables fruits olive oil & whole grains & moderate in protein & animal fats-has proven to be beneficial in reducing the risk for diabetes heart disease & stroke Now a new study shows it may also be good for the brain The Mediterranean diet isn't just a fad or a quick fix-it's a healthy lifestyle choice that's here to stay! Create more than 150 tasty recipes Get expert tips on meal planning & exercise regimes Prevent & fight diseases by eating delicious food Find delicious alternatives to unhealthy ingredients Whether you're just discovering the Mediterranean diet or are looking for some new recipes to add to your repertoire this updated hands-on guide offering the latest research has everything you need to start living a healthier life ...

This is a comprehensive companion to the long coastline which ranges from Spain & the edge of the Pyrenees to the Alpes Maritimes & Italy 360 pages Heikell Rod ...

Human beings have been transforming Mediterranean landscapes into art for at least thirty thousand years Todays artists sculptors designers architects & gardeners explore age-old vernacular materials skills & sites to produce extraordinary landscape art that affirms an ideal of partnership with nature while celebrating layers of living in this multifaceted region Each work observes the logic of place as determined by climate geology flora & fauna architecture & land use Illustrated with hundreds of exceptional photographs by award- winning photographer Clive Nichols & drawing on nearly forty years of exploration by Louisa Jones this book offers a fresh vision of the Mediterranean past & future linking cultural diversity & natural balance as discovered in its gardens landscape design literature art & architecture ...

This new edition of the RCC PF's well known guide to the long Spanish Mediterranean coast between Gibraltar & Denia has been compiled by Graham Hutt who suceeds John Marchment as editor This is an important pilot for yachts coming to & from Northwest Europe & the Atlantic from the Balearic Islands & more distant parts of the Mediterranean The clear sailing directions provide all the essential information for passage making or hopping along the coast between harbours & anchorages The new 2014 seventh edition sees substantial changes & whilst no major harbour alterations have taken place since the sixth edition the book has undergone a facelift Graham Hutt has added more descriptive material & added many new photographs which give a better feel for places The Spanish enclaves of Melilla & Ceuta in Morocco have now been excluded from the pilot & the space made available has been used to include the extra text & photos Throughout the work has been updated & the plans corrected ...

This new volume replaces the current two part coverage of the Mediterranean mainland coast of Spain from Gibraltar to the French border 408 pages Royal Cruising Club Pilotage Foundation ...