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Author |
: Simon Heffer |
Publisher |
: Phoenix |
Total Pages |
: 1039 |
Release |
: 1999-11-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 075380820X |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780753808207 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (0X Downloads) |
Synopsis Like the Roman by : Simon Heffer
Written with full access to all Powell's public and private papers, this biography details Powell's Midlands childhood, his appointment at the age of 25 as Professor of Greek at the University of Adelaide, his writing of poetry, his love for an Irish woman and his "Rivers of Blood" speech.
Author |
: Donald J. Robertson |
Publisher |
: St. Martin's Press |
Total Pages |
: 305 |
Release |
: 2019-04-02 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781250196637 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1250196639 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (37 Downloads) |
Synopsis How to Think Like a Roman Emperor by : Donald J. Robertson
"This book is a wonderful introduction to one of history's greatest figures: Marcus Aurelius. His life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity, seeking tranquility and pursuing excellence." —Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and The Daily Stoic The life-changing principles of Stoicism taught through the story of its most famous proponent. Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius was the last famous Stoic philosopher of the ancient world. The Meditations, his personal journal, survives to this day as one of the most loved self-help and spiritual classics of all time. In How to Think Like a Roman Emperor, cognitive psychotherapist Donald Robertson weaves the life and philosophy of Marcus Aurelius together seamlessly to provide a compelling modern-day guide to the Stoic wisdom followed by countless individuals throughout the centuries as a path to achieving greater fulfillment and emotional resilience. How to Think Like a Roman Emperor takes readers on a transformative journey along with Marcus, following his progress from a young noble at the court of Hadrian—taken under the wing of some of the finest philosophers of his day—through to his reign as emperor of Rome at the height of its power. Robertson shows how Marcus used philosophical doctrines and therapeutic practices to build emotional resilience and endure tremendous adversity, and guides readers through applying the same methods to their own lives. Combining remarkable stories from Marcus’s life with insights from modern psychology and the enduring wisdom of his philosophy, How to Think Like a Roman Emperor puts a human face on Stoicism and offers a timeless and essential guide to handling the ethical and psychological challenges we face today.
Author |
: David Stone Potter |
Publisher |
: University of Michigan Press |
Total Pages |
: 372 |
Release |
: 1999 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0472085689 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780472085682 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Synopsis Life, Death, and Entertainment in the Roman Empire by : David Stone Potter
"Life, Death, and Entertainment in the Roman Empire gives those who have a general interest in Roman antiquity a starting point informed by the latest developments in scholarship for understanding the extraordinary range of Roman society. Family structure, gender identity, food supply, religion, and entertainment are all crucial to an understanding of the Roman world. As views of Roman history have broadened in recent decades to encompass a wider range of topics, the need has grown for a single volume that can offer a starting point for all these diverse subjects, for readers of all backgrounds."--Page 4 of cover.
Author |
: Raheem Kassam |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 287 |
Release |
: 2018-04-19 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1980818827 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781980818823 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (27 Downloads) |
Synopsis Enoch Was Right by : Raheem Kassam
"Fifty years on from the most dramatic post-war speech in Britain, this updated view is a VERY important part of the continuing debate. Enoch never goes away." -- Nigel Farage MEP Enoch Was Right is an explosive new take on a speech that changed the nature of the debate surrounding immigration into the Western world for decades to come. Written by British author Raheem Kassam, himself of Indian-Muslim extraction, the book accuses the political establishment of being complicit in misrepresenting Enoch Powell, or too intellectually lacking to understand and convey the nuances of Powell's speech, instead rejecting it as a "racist" or "fascist" turn.With an exclusive interview on the subject with Brexit leader Nigel Farage, Kassam analyses in depth the changing nature of UK demographics, crime statistics, integration, the race relations industry, and more. More often than not, Kassam finds that "Enoch was right" in his predictions for the future of the United Kingdom.Kassam is the author of the bestselling No Go Zones: How Shariah Law is Coming to a Neighborhood Near You.
Author |
: Anita Ganeri |
Publisher |
: Hungry Tomato ® |
Total Pages |
: 36 |
Release |
: 2015-08-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781467790772 |
ISBN-13 |
: 146779077X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (72 Downloads) |
Synopsis How to Live Like a Roman Gladiator by : Anita Ganeri
Meet Felix, captured in Gaul in 180 CE and taken to Rome to train as a gladiator. He'll show you what it takes to survive these harsh, epic times as he introduces you to: ● gladiator school ● the Coliseum—the largest-ever amphitheater ● battles against lions ● hand-to-hand combat in the arena Do you have the skills and guts to be a Roman gladiator?
Author |
: Valerie M. Warrior |
Publisher |
: Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages |
: 251 |
Release |
: 2006-10-16 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781316264928 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1316264920 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (28 Downloads) |
Synopsis Roman Religion by : Valerie M. Warrior
Examining sites that are familiar to many modern tourists, Valerie Warrior avoids imposing a modern perspective on the topic by using the testimony of the ancient Romans to describe traditional Roman religion. The ancient testimony recreates the social and historical contexts in which Roman religion was practised. It shows, for example, how, when confronted with a foreign cult, official traditional religion accepted the new cult with suitable modifications. Basic difficulties, however, arose with regard to the monotheism of the Jews and Christianity. Carefully integrated with the text are visual representations of divination, prayer, and sacrifice as depicted on monuments, coins, and inscriptions from public buildings and homes throughout the Roman world. Also included are epitaphs and humble votive offerings that illustrate the piety of individuals, and that reveal the prevalence of magic and the occult in the spiritual lives of the ancient Romans.
Author |
: Tom Holland |
Publisher |
: Anchor |
Total Pages |
: 466 |
Release |
: 2007-12-18 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780307427519 |
ISBN-13 |
: 030742751X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (19 Downloads) |
Synopsis Rubicon by : Tom Holland
A vivid historical account of the social world of Rome as it moved from republic to empire. In 49 B.C., the seven hundred fifth year since the founding of Rome, Julius Caesar crossed a small border river called the Rubicon and plunged Rome into cataclysmic civil war. Tom Holland’s enthralling account tells the story of Caesar’s generation, witness to the twilight of the Republic and its bloody transformation into an empire. From Cicero, Spartacus, and Brutus, to Cleopatra, Virgil, and Augustus, here are some of the most legendary figures in history brought thrillingly to life. Combining verve and freshness with scrupulous scholarship, Rubicon is not only an engrossing history of this pivotal era but a uniquely resonant portrait of a great civilization in all its extremes of self-sacrifice and rivalry, decadence and catastrophe, intrigue, war, and world-shaking ambition.
Author |
: Gregory Lopez |
Publisher |
: The Experiment, LLC |
Total Pages |
: 286 |
Release |
: 2019-05-14 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781615195343 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1615195343 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (43 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World Out of Your Control - 52 Week-by-Week Lessons by : Gregory Lopez
A pragmatic philosophy more popular than ever—here are 52 ancient lessons to help you overcome adversity and find tranquility in the modern world Stress often comes from situations that are beyond our control—such as preparing for a meeting, waiting for test results, or arguing with a loved one. But we can control our response to these everyday tensions—through the wisdom and practice of Stoicism. Stoicism is an ancient pragmatic philosophy that teaches us to step back, gain perspective, and act with intention. In A Handbook for New Stoics, renowned philosopher Massimo Pigliucci and seasoned practitioner Gregory Lopez provide 52 week-by-week lessons to help us apply timeless Stoic teachings to modern life. Whether you’re already familiar with Seneca and Marcus Aurelius, or you’re entirely new to Stoicism, this handbook will help you embrace challenges, thrive under pressure, and discover the good life!
Author |
: Emma Scioli |
Publisher |
: University of Wisconsin Pres |
Total Pages |
: 297 |
Release |
: 2015-06-29 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780299303846 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0299303845 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (46 Downloads) |
Synopsis Dream, Fantasy, and Visual Art in Roman Elegy by : Emma Scioli
The elegists, ancient Rome's most introspective poets, filled their works with vivid, first-person accounts of dreams. Emma Scioli examines these varied and visually striking textual dreamscapes, arguing that the poets exploited dynamics of visual representation to share with readers the intensely personal experience of dreaming.
Author |
: Carlin A. Barton |
Publisher |
: Univ of California Press |
Total Pages |
: 342 |
Release |
: 2023-11-08 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780520404342 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0520404343 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (42 Downloads) |
Synopsis Roman Honor by : Carlin A. Barton
This book is an attempt to coax Roman history closer to the bone, to the breath and matter of the living being. Drawing from a remarkable array of ancient and modern sources, Carlin Barton offers the most complex understanding to date of the emotional and spiritual life of the ancient Romans. Her provocative and original inquiry focuses on the sentiments of honor that shaped the Romans' sense of themselves and their society. Speaking directly to the concerns and curiosities of the contemporary reader, Barton brings Roman society to life, elucidating the complex relation between the inner life of its citizens and its social fabric. Though thoroughly grounded in the ancient writings—especially the work of Seneca, Cicero, and Livy—this book also draws from contemporary theories of the self and social theory to deepen our understanding of ancient Rome. Barton explores the relation between inner desires and social behavior through an evocative analysis of the operation, in Roman society, of contests and ordeals, acts of supplication and confession, and the sense of shame. As she fleshes out Roman physical and psychological life, she particularly sheds new light on the consequential transition from republic to empire as a watershed of Roman social relations. Barton's ability to build productively on both old and new scholarship on Roman history, society, and culture and her imaginative use of a wide range of work in such fields as anthropology, sociology, psychology, modern history, and popular culture will make this book appealing for readers interested in many subjects. This beautifully written work not only generates insight into Roman history, but also uses that insight to bring us to a new understanding of ourselves, our modern codes of honor, and why it is that we think and act the way we do.