Marcus Aurelius

Marcus Aurelius (121-180 AD) is one of the great figures of antiquity whose life and words still speak to us today. HisMeditationsremains one of the most widely read books from the classical world, and his life represents the fulfillment of Plato's famous dictum that mankind will prosper only when philosophers are rulers. Based on all available original sources,Marcus Aureliusis the definitive biography to date of this monumental historical figure.

Frank McLynn is the author of many critically acclaimed biographies, including Richard & John and Napoleon. He has been a visiting professor at Strathclyde University. He lives in England.

Illustrations	p. vii
Preface	p. ix
Introduction	p. xi
Map: The Roman Empire during the Lifetime of Marcus Aurelius	p. xviii
Marcus Aurelius	p. 1
Map: The Eastern Provinces and Parthia	p. 118
Map: The Roman Empire's Northern Frontiers	p. 306
Stoicism	p. 538
The Reign of Antoninus Pius	p. 555
Solitude	p. 565
Bibliography	p. 568
Notes	p. 570
Index	p. 673
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