A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
by Brad Inwood
appears in Stoicism, Philosophy, and History.
Provides an introductory account of Stoic philosophy Addresses ancient Stoicism, its enduring legacy, and how the two are connected Situates ancient Stoicism in the context of the rest of ancient philosophy Offers an account of the reception of Stoic thought in the western tradition Considers the place of Stoicism in modern life Part of the ...
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Consider The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy. Recommended by 8 sources.
“Soft-spoken, heavily illustrated fable built from short dialogues and watercolor sketches. Each spread pairs a spare line of text with a loose drawing, so the pleasure is visual and aphoristic rather than narrative; readers collect felt-true sentences more than plot. Most useful when you want quick consolations, a prompt for conversation with a child, or a pause during a rough day. Limiting if you want sustained argument, concrete advice, or tightly plotted storytelling: the repetition of gentleness can feel sentimental or thin after a while.”
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