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A Manual for Living

Rs. 1,500

Ancient Stoic wisdom for modern life. Epictetus’s timeless handbook teaches you to find peace, joy, and resilience by mastering what you can control—distilled into accessible, practical aphorisms.

Buy A Manual for Living by Epictetus – Used Book – LKR 1,500

Discover the ancient Stoic wisdom that has guided readers for nearly 2,000 years. A Manual for Living (also known as the Enchiridion) is a concise handbook compiled from the teachings of Greek philosopher Epictetus by his student Arrian.

What You’ll Learn:

• We are harmed not by events, but by our interpretations of them
• How to find satisfaction from within rather than external circumstances
• The power of personal responsibility and mental independence
• Practical techniques for achieving serenity and peace of mind
• How to focus energy on what you can control and release what you cannot

Why This Book Matters:

Unlike theoretical philosophy, Epictetus emphasizes practical application. Each aphorism offers actionable wisdom for daily living—from handling difficult people to managing disappointment, from cultivating virtue to maintaining emotional balance.

Born into slavery in 1st century CE, Epictetus became one of history’s most influential philosophers. His teachings shaped Marcus Aurelius’s Meditations and continue influencing modern cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Book Details:
• Author: Epictetus
• Publisher: HarperOne
• ISBN: 9780062511119
• Pages: 96
• Binding: Paperback
• Genre: Philosophy – Stoicism
• Language: English
• Condition: Quality used book

Why Buy Used from Bookshop Near Me:

Save money while accessing the same timeless wisdom. Our used books are carefully inspected for quality. We deliver island-wide across Sri Lanka—Colombo, Kandy, Galle, Jaffna, and beyond.

Start your journey to inner peace today. Order now for just LKR 1,500.

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