Verissimus (Graphic Novel)

The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius

Verissimus (Graphic Novel)
Donald J Robertson, Ze Nuno Fraga
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Hardback
h232 x 191mm - 272pg
12 Jul 2022 US
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9781250270955
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Donald Robert' s graphic novel Verissimus reimagines the life and philosophy of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. Based closely on historical sources and weaving them into a thrilling historical epic, Verissimus teaches readers a philosophy of life through illustration. It opens with Marcus' death and tells the story of his entire journey: his education, relationships, wars, plague, and civil war -- all leading up to his remarkable death. Verissimus illustrates key Stoic ideas, and focuses on developing love, empathy, and overcoming anger -- all emotions with which Marcus struggled. Robertson highlights several key relationships, and through them tells the story of the famous philosopher' s intellectual journey and emotional transformation.
A superb graphic novel that provides stunning insights into one of the most interesting figures of antiquity, as well as into the philosophy that guided him throughout his life. --Massimo Pigliucci, author of How to Be a Stoic Donald Robertson is one of my favorite writers about Stoicism. --Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author and founder of The Daily Stoic"Verissimus represents the vanguard of the next phase of the ongoing Stoic renaissance. " --William B. Irvine, author of A Guide to the Good LifeA remarkable work that is awesome in its conception and execution. --Karen Duffy, author of BackboneWhether you' re new to Marcus Aurelius or already know him as a friend and guide, this graphic ' novel' will open your eyes. The book truly makes him a three-dimensional person, not just the writer of Meditations. Author and artist have found - invented, I might say - a brilliant combination of entertainment and education. --Robin Waterfield, translator of Marcus Aurelius and EpictetusSuperb rendering of Marcus' action-filled life and times. Readers are in safe hands knowing the text comes from Stoic philosophy expert Donald Robertson. Don' t be fooled by the graphic nature of this book, you will learn a lot - and be inspired at the same time. --Tom Butler-Bowdon, author of the 50 Classics series
DONALD ROBERTSON is a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, trainer, and writer. He was born in Ayrshire, Scotland, and after living in England and working in London for many years, he emigrated to Canada where he now lives. Robertson has been researching Stoicism and applying it in his work for twenty years. He is one of the founding members of the non-profit organization Modern Stoicism.
Status: Indent title, imported to order
ISBN-13: 9781250270955
Published: 12 Jul 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: St Martin's Press
Publisher: St Martin's Press
Format: Hardback
Height: 232mm
Width: 191mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 272

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