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The life and thought of Diogenes the Cynic, an iconoclastic philosopher who pioneered a brash and free-thinking vision of life that inspired the philosophy of Stoicism—“a rich, engaging portrait of intellectual fearlessness” (Stacy Schiff, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Cleopatra) In...

In our modern world of constant stimulation, stress, and the relentless pursuit of material success, many find themselves searching for a sense of inner peace and a way to navigate life's inevitable challenges with grace and resilience, this search has led a growing number of people to explore the ancient Greek philosophy of Stoicism, a school of thought that has endured for over two millennia and continues to offer profound insights into living a life of virtue, tranquility, and self-mastery. At its core, Stoicism is a practical philosophy that emphasizes the development of self-control, ...