Marcus Aurelius’ Golden Book

Marcus Aurelius' Golden Book is a collection of philosophical musings and reflections by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Written during his reign from 161-180 AD, the book is considered one of the most important works of Stoic philosophy. In it, Aurelius discusses a wide range of topics, including the nature of the universe, the importance of virtue, and the challenges of ruling an empire. The book is divided into twelve sections, each containing a series of short aphorisms and meditations. Despite its age, the Golden Book remains a popular and influential work of philosophy, offering timeless wisdom and insights into the human condition. This edition includes an introduction by the translator, as well as footnotes and annotations to help modern readers better understand the text.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.