This book is a classic treatise on the nature of giving and receiving favors, written by the Roman philosopher Lucius Annaeus Seneca. Seneca explores the psychological and ethical dimensions of this complex social phenomenon, drawing on a range of historical and literary examples. A timeless work that remains relevant to this day, it offers insights into the nature of human relationships and moral obligations.

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