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"The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius," translated by George Chrystal, is a 12-book audiobook chronicling the Stoic reflections of the Roman Emperor. Written for personal guidance, it emphasizes self-analysis, a cosmic perspective, and living in harmony with nature’s logos. Marcus advocates for rationality, ethical integrity, and detachment from sensory distractions to achieve inner peace. He views life’s challenges through a lens of impermanence, urging focus on virtue over fleeting pleasures or pains.
Narrated by various readers, the audiobook spans 4 hours and 28 minutes, offering timeless wisdom on resilience and moral clarity, accessible for free on LibriVox, with no chronological order, reflecting Marcus’ introspective style.


