Beyond Stoicism by Massimo Pigliucci audiobook

Beyond Stoicism: A Guide to the Good Life with Stoics, Skeptics, Epicureans, and Other Ancient Philosophers

By Massimo Pigliucci, Gregory Lopez, and Meredith Alexander Kunz
Read by Sean Pratt

Blackstone Publishing 9798893030334

Unabridged

Format : Library CD (In Stock)
  • ISBN: 9798228311640

  • ISBN: 9798228311633

  • ISBN: 9798228311657

Runtime: 10.00 Hours
Category: Nonfiction/Self-Help
Audience: Adult
Language: English

Summary

Summary

Navigate the challenges of modern life, with ancient and time-tested Greek and Roman thinkers at your side.

What is a good life? And how can we create that life in a world filled with uncertainty? Beyond Stoicism invites you to find your own answers to these big questions with help from thirteen of the most prominent Greco-Roman philosophers―many of whom inspired, or were inspired by, the Stoics. By taking cues from the lives and ideas of the Cynics, Epicureans, and others, you’ll learn to:

  • Seek pleasure with Aristippus 

  • Strike the right balance with Aristotle 

  • Focus on what’s up to you with Epictetus

  • Be a rebel like Hipparchia

  • Embrace uncertainty with Carneades

  • Question everything with Socrates

  • Work toward a just society with Plato

  • And much more

Times have changed, but the quest for eudaimonia―a life worth living―stays the same: We still seek pleasure and crave love, avoid pain and fear death. That’s why all these ancient sages can continue to guide us, practicing Stoics and new seekers alike.

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

“An inspiring guide for those eager to articulate and practice a personal philosophy of life." Sharon Lebell, author of The Art of Living
“Refreshing, engaging, and thought-provoking…The authors inspire and challenge: Stoicism is powerful but so are other philosophies. Why not enrich our lives by embracing a wider vision?" Dr. Chuck Chakrapani, editor, The Stoic Gym Journal

Reviews

Reviews

Author

Author Bio: Massimo Pigliucci

Author Bio: Massimo Pigliucci

Massimo Pigliucci is the K. D. Irani Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. The author or editor of sixteen books, he has been published in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and Salon, among others.  Gregory Lopez is a practicing secular Buddhist and Stoic, founder of the New York City Stoics, cofounder and board member of the Stoic Fellowship, cohost of Stoic Camp New York, and on the team at the Modern Stoicism organization. He has published essays in the “Stoicism Today” blog and in the Philosophers’ Magazine. He is the coauthor with Massimo Pigliucci of A Handbook for New Stoics.  Meredith Alexander Kunz is a writer, editor, and communications professional who has worked in journalism, higher education, and the technology industry. Her work has appeared in Newsweek, the San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco Daily Journal, and the Industry Standard. Since 2016, she has published the “Stoic Mom” blog, exploring the many ways that caregivers and children can benefit from practicing Stoic life philosophy. She is a contributing editor for The Stoic magazine, and she has written for the “Stoicism Today” blog, given invited talks at national and regional conferences, and been interviewed on podcasts and radio.

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Author Bio: Gregory Lopez

Author Bio: Gregory Lopez

Gregory Lopez is the founder of the New York City Stoics Meetup and cofounder of the Stoic Fellowship. He lives in New York City.

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Author Bio: Meredith Alexander Kunz

Author Bio: Meredith Alexander Kunz

Meredith Alexander Kunz is a writer, editor, and communications professional who has worked in journalism, higher education, and the technology industry. Her work has appeared in Newsweek, the San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco Daily Journal, and The Industry Standard. She is a contributing editor for The STOIC magazine, and she has written for the Stoicism Today blog, given invited talks at national and regional conferences, and been interviewed on podcasts and NPR-affiliate radio.

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Details

Details

Available Formats : CD, Library CD, MP3 CD
Category: Nonfiction/Self-Help
Runtime: 10.00
Audience: Adult
Language: English