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Moral Letters Vol I

Seneca

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On the terrors of death

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Book Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.

Book Description: Full of insight and wisdom, Seneca's letters are a Stoic treasure. They've influenced famous philosophers, leaders, and students over the centuries. Each letter can be read on its own. By reading this volume you'll absorb the thoughts of a thoughtful Stoic aimed at living well.

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All you need to do is to advance; you will thus understand that some things are less to be dreaded, precisely because they inspire us with great fear.

No evil is great which is the last evil of all.

Death arrives; it would be a thing to dread, if it could remain with you.

But death must either not come at all, or else must come and pass away.