Description
Roman Stoic thinkers in the imperial period adapted Greek doctrine to create a model of the self that served to connect philosophical ideals with traditional societal values. The Roman Stoics-the most prominent being Marcus Aurelius-engaged in rigorous self-examination that enabled them to integrate philosophy into the practice of living. Gretchen Reydams-Schils's innovative new book shows how these Romans applied their distinct brand of social ethics to everyday relations and responsibilities. The Roman Stoics reexamines the philosophical basis that instructed social practice in friendship, marriage, parenting, and community. From this analysis emerge Stoics who were neither cold nor detached, as the stereotype has it, but all too aware of their human weaknesses. In a valuable contribution to current discussions in the humanities on identity, autonomy, and altruism, Reydams-Schils ultimately conveys the wisdom of Stoics to the citizens of modern society.
Author: Gretchen Reydams-Schils
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 05/15/2006
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.50w x 0.54d
ISBN13: 9780226710266
ISBN10: 0226710262
BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | History & Surveys | Ancient & Classical
Author: Gretchen Reydams-Schils
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 05/15/2006
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.50w x 0.54d
ISBN13: 9780226710266
ISBN10: 0226710262
BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | History & Surveys | Ancient & Classical
About the Author
Gretchen Reydams-Schils is associate professor in the Program of Liberal Studies at the University of Notre Dame. She is the author of Demiurge and Providence: Stoic and Platonist Readings of Plato's Timaeus, and An Anthology of Snakebites: On Women, Love and Philosophy.