The Loeb Classical Library: Marcus Aurelius

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The Loeb Classical Library: Marcus AureliusMarcus Aurelius (AD 121180), Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, born at Rome, received training under his guardian and uncle emperor Antoninus Pius (reigned 138161), who adopted him. He was converted to Stoicism and henceforward studied and practiced philosophy and law. A gentle man, he lived in agreement and collaboration with Antoninus Pius. He married Pius daughter and succeeded him as emperor in March 161, sharing some of the burdens with Lucius

the story and characterisation have captured the imaginations of artists over the centuries

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this classic novel is sure to delight readers of all ages as it explores the legendary conqueror’s life

on the successful appeal by the daughters of Danaus to the king and people of Argos for protection against a forced marriage to their cousins (whom they will later murder

Achilles Tatius was a Greek from Alexandria in Egypt

tension and intrigue of politics and the part he played in the turmoil of the time

and the mythological background to the Trojan War

and a deep understanding of human life and society

In them Virgil subtly blended an idealized Arcadia with contemporary history

by one of the world's leading classicists Homer's Iliad is the famous epic poem set among the tales of Troy

favoring alliance with Rome

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