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On the Shortness of Life
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Stoic wisdom on life's ephemeral nature distilled.
As you navigate life's busyness, Seneca's "On the Shortness of Life" could be that timeless anchor you didn't know you needed. Seneca's words are a reminder to focus on what truly matters, cutting through the noise of everyday distractions. It's a brief yet profound read that might just redefine your perspective on how to live well and purposefully.
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ISBN: 9780143036326
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2005-09-06
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.17
(rated by 40810 readers)
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Stoic wisdom on life's ephemeral nature distilled.
As you navigate life's busyness, Seneca's "On the Shortness of Life" could be that timeless anchor you didn't know you needed. Seneca's words are a reminder to focus on what truly matters, cutting through the noise of everyday distractions. It's a brief yet profound read that might just redefine your perspective on how to live well and purposefully.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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