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  • The Pocket Stoic

    by John Sellars ...
    "Excellent. . . . a lucid, easy-to-follow account of what Stoicism as a way of life amounts to and how you might start to put it into practice." —Nigel Warburton, author of A Little History of PhilosophyTo counter the daily anxieties, stress, and emotional swings caused by the barrage of stimuli that plagues modern life, many people have been finding unexpected solace in a philosophy from a very ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Stoic Leader

    Ancient Lessons to Succeed in Business

    by Justin Stead, John Sellars ...
    Learn how to succeed in business with the millennia-old Stoic mindset. A clear and concise overview of Stoic principles alongside practical strategies to lead with clarity and control.Nothing great is easy, as Epictetus said. But it is achievable. The Stoic Leader brings together the five principles of Stoicism to empower you to lead with clarity and resilience and master your mindset.In The Stoic ... Read more

    $8.69 USD

  • The Pocket Epicurean

    by John Sellars ...
    A short, smart guide to living the good life through the teachings of Epicurus.As long as there has been human life, we’ve searched for what it means to be happy. More than two thousand years ago, the Greek philosopher Epicurus came to his own conclusion: all we really want in life is pleasure. Though today we tend to associate the word “Epicurean” with indulgence in the form of food and wine, the ... Read more

    $11.59 USD

  • Stoicism Is Not What You Think

    by John Sellars ...
    A thought-provoking take on the common myths and misconceptions about one of the most popular philosophical movements, StoicismStoicism is one of the world’s most popular – and misunderstood – traditions. We all know what it means to be ‘stoical’: to have a stiff upper lip, to hide or suppress one’s emotions, to be indifferent to the outside world. But is there a difference between being 'stoic' ... Read more

    $22.39 USD

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  • Stoicism

    by John Sellars ...
    Series series Ancient Philosophies
    This new edition of Stoicism provides an introduction to one of the most influential schools of philosophy in antiquity, the influence of which has persisted to the present day.Originating in Athens around 300 BCE, Stoicism flourished for some five hundred years and has remained a constant presence throughout the history of Western philosophy. This new revised edition takes into account the wealth ... Read more

    $32.99 USD

  • The Cambridge Companion to Marcus Aurelius' Meditations

    Edited by John Sellars ...
    Series series Cambridge Companions to Literature
    The Meditations of the second-century Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius is consistently one of the best-selling philosophy books among the general public. Over the years it has also attracted famous admirers, from the Prussian king Frederick the Great to US President Bill Clinton. It continues to attract large numbers of new readers, drawn to its reflections on life and death. Despite this, it is not ... Read more

    $29.59 USD

  • The Art of Living

    The Stoics on the Nature and Function of Philosophy

    by Dr John Sellars ...
    Ancient philosophy was conceived as a way of life or an art of living, but if ancient philosophers did think that philosophy should transform an individual's way of life, then what conception of philosophy stands behind this claim? John Sellars explores this question through a detailed account of ancient Stoic ideas about the nature and function of philosophy. He considers the Socratic background ... Read more

    $33.99 USD

  • Marcus Aurelius

    by John Sellars ...
    Series series Philosophy in the Roman World
    In this new study, John Sellars offers a fresh examination of Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations as a work of philosophy by placing it against the background of the tradition of Stoic philosophy to which Marcus was committed.The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is a perennial bestseller, attracting countless readers drawn to its unique mix of philosophical reflection and practical advice. The emperor is ... Read more

    $57.99 USD

  • Aristotle

    Understanding the World's Greatest Philosopher

    by John Sellars ...
    Series series Pelican Books
    'John Sellars excels at writing short books for a general audience on ancient philosophy. . . A great way into one of the greatest philosophers of all time' Nigel Warburton, Five BooksWhy has Aristotle had such an astounding influence on the world? What are his key ideas? What can he still teach us today?The Lyceum in Athens, now a ruin, has a claim to be the most significant place in human ... Read more

    $12.79 USD

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Tourism and Animal Welfare

    by Neil Carr, Donald Broom, Christopher Andrews, Lee Durrell, Janet Mann, Valeria Senigaglia, Ann-Marie Jacoby, Lars Bejder, Wilfred Chivell, Jane Goodall, Daniel Turner, Jan Schmidt-Burbach, Sara Dubois, Stephen Blakeway, Glen Cousquer, Darci Galati, Claire Jenkinson, Hugh Felton, John Sellar, Brent Lovelock ...
    "This text is long overdue and timely. Carr and Broom have placed the issues firmly in the broader context of the relationship between our species and the others which share this planet with us...As they argue it is possible for tourists and the travel and tourism sector to take and exercise responsibility to drive change, Carr and Broom's text helps us to understand the issues and the context and ... Read more

    $49.89 USD

  • Meditations

    by Marcus Aurelius ...
    Translated by A. S. L. Farquharson ...
    Series series
    A timely book for today's world, Marcus Aurelius's Meditations explores how to endure hardship, how to cope with change and how to find something positive out of adversity.Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

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  • Hellenistic Philosophy

    by John Sellars ...
    The Hellenistic period was a rich and exciting time for philosophy. It saw the birth of two new schools of thought, Epicureanism and Stoicism, and important developments in Plato's Academy. Aristotelians and Cynics were also active during the period, all of which created a vibrant philosophical landscape. Many of the ideas now associated with early modern and enlightenment philosophy - such as ... Read more

    $27.59 USD