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Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Emperor by Donald J. Robertson

dario9r6's review

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Language used too complex + biography Is definitely not my genre

caroline2499's review against another edition

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informative

4.0

triumphal_reads's review

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informative reflective medium-paced

4.0

ridge's review

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4.75

A really enjoyable read for those looking for more after reading meditations. Gives nice background information with relevant sourcing included. Recommended. 

thephilosopher's review

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informative reflective fast-paced

5.0

An excellent and well-written biography of Marcus Aurelius. It read like a story while containing tons of historical details. I also enjoyed the more philosophical focus of the biography, which helps us better understand Marcus’ character and motivations. 

antillicus's review

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informative reflective medium-paced

3.5

imminentmurphy's review

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informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

5.0

An accessible, well-researched history of Marcus Aurelius’ life and rule as emperor. Highly-recommended.

suitemike's review against another edition

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informative slow-paced

2.75

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