Meditations: A New Translation

What more can i say about this book that hasn't been said over the past 2,000 years? It's a brilliant work by a profound thinker. His private notes and aphorisms are surprisingly familiar and accessable to this modern reader, no doubt due to the excellent job of the translator. The introduction is a worthy and informative read. I enjoyed reading it thoroughly. This translation is highly recommended.

Read from several historians that this translation captures more of the intent and meaning than most. Easier to understand, but, is it the correct meaning, and do I get the proper understanding? Don't sweat it. This is not going on your final grade. It DID allow me to NOT have the issue most deliver where there is something confusion, portions in parentheses or italics to give a literal translation when I do not know the language's syntax. My best example is Italian, noun then adjective. Bibi cafe means 'drink: coffee' and is a popular enough soft drink... but translated into English as "drink coffee" (a verb).This guy takes pains to be better at current modern meanings and in a decade or three may be as helpless as those older translations from the proverbial dawn of modernity.

This is the first edition of Meditations that I ever read, and I read it because it was recommended by Ryan Holiday of the Daily Stoic. It is much more easy to read than the olde english version with thous thys and thees. That all being said, this ebook version is rife with formatting errors that interrupt the regular flow of reading. Nothing that is a deal breaker, as formatting errors can be fixed and you can report such errors, but still a bit of a disappointment for such an excellent translation. I would rate it lower if such issues were not able to be fixed, and this is the edition I recommend for people seeking a copy of Meditations.

This is an English translation of a classic work of philosophy that's still just as important as it was when it was published many centuries ago.

This is a print-on-demand product. It's about the same paper quality and printing as you'd get if you printed it yourself on a laser. It IS perfectly bound though, which you can't do at home. I think of it more like a workbook that I'm going to take notes in and hilite. Its size makes it comfortable to write in. I wasn't impressed with it, but I'm not disappointed either. And anyone, the obstacle is the way.

Here we have Marcus talking to himself. His musings are extremely repetitive, always returning to the same lessons he feels he needs to remind himself of again and again. And yet, I cannot help but believe that I am a better person for having read it. Perhaps I needed these reminders as well.

get this new translation. read.

One thing I didn't pay attention to was the size of the book. It's a full 8 1/2 X 11. I've ordered several books and guess i just expected it to be a similar size. Not something you can just tuck into a pocket and bring with you to read. Wish it came in a more compact size.I also bought the Kindle version of this since it was on sale. It is definitely not the "New Translation" as advertised.

Definitely a book worth checking out, it’s helped me a lot with my thoughts and maintaining a healthy though process . I tend to overthink and it’s usually negative so I would say it’s definitely something to check out

Recomendo veementemente. Fácil leitura.

This is a great book to dip in and out of, forget scrolling on social media and scroll through this

Having recently delved into "Meditations: A New Translation," I was captivated by the profound wisdom of Marcus Aurelius. The translator skillfully brings his Stoic philosophy to life in a way that feels both authentic and accessible.The language used in this translation strikes a harmonious balance, maintaining the integrity of the original text while ensuring that readers, like myself, can grasp the depth of Aurelius' reflections. It's not just a book; it's a timeless guide to navigating the complexities of life.As a man seeking insight and meaning, I found the practical wisdom shared in "Meditations" to be invaluable. Aurelius' reflections on virtue, resilience, and the human condition resonate deeply, offering a philosophical compass for daily life.In essence, "Meditations: A New Translation" is not just a classic—it's a companion for anyone on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. I wholeheartedly recommend it to those looking for a profound yet accessible exploration of Stoic philosophy.

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