Marcus Aurelius''s classic work Meditations is presented in a handsome silkbound hardback edition in a decorative slipcase. Meditations is a classic work of Stoic philosophy, collecting the personal writings and spiritual reflections by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. His thoughts on how to lead a virtuous life, the importance of tranquillity and his ideas on how to reconcile the challenges of public and private life have become one of the world''s most important books. Featuring the classic translation by George Long, this luxurious silkbound edition features beautiful full-colour illustrations, opulent gold cover embossing and a handsome decorative slipcase.