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Discover the Stoic handbook that has guided seekers of wisdom for centuries. Compiled by Epictetus' student Arrian, The Enchiridion (or Handbook) distils the teachings of one of the ancient world's most respected philosophers into a concise and powerful guide to living well. At its heart lies a simple but transformative idea: focus on what is within your control and let go of what is not.

Life is not short, Seneca argues. We simply waste too much of it. In On the Shortness of Life, the Roman philosopher and statesman examines how people squander their most precious resource: time. With clarity and conviction, Seneca challenges the pursuit of wealth, status and distraction, urging readers instead to devote themselves to what truly matters. Combining sharp observation with practical wisdom, he shows how mindful living can free us from needless busyness and help us make better use of the years available to us.

In Of Peace of Mind, the Roman philosopher Seneca explores one of humanity's most enduring concerns: how to achieve inner calm amid the distractions, ambitions and anxieties of everyday life. Drawing on the principles of Stoicism, Seneca shows how self-knowledge, moderation and purposeful action can free us from worry and help us live with greater confidence and serenity.

Robin Loxleigh ist charmant, mittellos und entschlossen, eine reiche Erbin zu heiraten. Ein verlorenes Kartenspiel, eine unmögliche Schuld und ein skandalöses Angebot bringen die beiden Männer einander näher, als es die Regeln ihrer Zeit erlauben. Was als Machtspiel beginnt, wird zu etwas, das keiner von ihnen erwartet hat.

The official novelisation of the live-action Masters of the Universe movie, which released on the 5th of June. Please note: this novelisation is an abridged version, it’s suitable for younger Masters of the Universe fans aged 12+. Continue the adventure and watch the movie for more of the epic...

Double Emmy award-winning author Martin King takes you on an enthralling journey through the history of medicine on the battlefield, covering the battles of Ancient Rome, both World Wars, Vietnam and many more.

Three billionaire brothers. One fake marriage. And a baby that changes everything. It was supposed to be a business deal. Smile for the cameras. Sign the contract. Sleep in separate rooms. Until Jaxon kissed me as he meant it. Until Knox made promises I believed. Until Grayson looked at me like...

In the chaotic months after Pearl Harbor, the Pacific War was anything but certain. The US Navy, reeling from sudden loss, scrambled to slow Japanese momentum, while the Imperial Japanese Navy pressed outward, convinced that seizing Southeast Asia's resources was essential to survival. This book...

Fake Marriage. Real Feelings. Dieser grumpy Eishockeyspieler verbirgt ein Herz aus Gold hinter seiner kalten Fassade. Georgia Greene hat keine Wahl: Wenn sie nicht bald heiratet, verliert sie ihr Erbe. Also sagt sie Ja zu Alexei Volkov, dem mürrischsten Eishockeyspieler der Vancouver Storms, der durch die Ehe mit ihr die kanadische Staatsbürgerschaft erhält. In der Öffentlichkeit spielen sie das perfekte Paar. Hinter verschlossenen Türen jedoch herrschen Wortgefechte und Sturheit.

A gentle, profound, and accessible path to transforming depression at its roots. Drawing on early Buddhist psychology, the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, and contemporary self-compassion research, Tim Desmond shows how depression grows from patterns of self-criticism, shame, and learned...

Playing hockey in Maple Falls was meant to be just a charity gig, but then my new publicist showed up, melting the ice—and my heart. Cooper: I never anticipated being roped into a charity hockey game during the off-season. But here I am, heading to Maple Falls, all because my publicist decided...

In a world overflowing with to-do lists and self-help manuals, where pragmatism has a strong gravitational pull, it may feel like spending time in contemplation of the beauty and glory of the Lord is at best impractical and at worst irresponsible. After all, there is so much to do. Yet before we...

'I read this in one sitting.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Under the stars, everything changes… For nearly ten years, Noah Carter has kept his head down on the family ranch, determined to leave behind the chaotic aftermath of the band he formed with his five brothers. The days of sold-out stadiums and...

What is driving the rise of fascism--and how can we stop it? In this singular investigation into the sinister realms of fascism and its many guises, Omer Aziz, author of the acclaimed Brown Boy and contributing writer for the Boston Globe, sets out to answer the question: Why are so many young...

What is Artificial Intelligence? How will AI impact society? Is AI more powerful than human intelligence? The Psychology of AI explores all aspects of the psychology—AI relationship, asking how closely AI can resemble humans, and whether this means they could have some form of self-awareness...

From master storyteller and New York Times-bestseller Tad Williams comes the second book in the landmark epic fantasy saga of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn. Tad Williams introduced readers to the incredible fantasy world of Osten Ard in his internationally bestselling series Memory, Sorrow, and...

A celebrated Spanish philosopher draws on the timeless lessons of Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and the Stoics to show how ancient wisdom can sharpen our critical thinking and help us live with clarity today. For more than two millennia, philosophy has been a guide to the good life. Now, Spanish...

‘I absolutely flew through this and inhaled the pages… So gripping!… Highly recommend this one’ ★★★★★ Reader review Maple Clark has vanished. And there are 1.9 million suspects. Anyone could have followed her. Only one person knows where she is… I get how this sounds, but you...

‘I absolutely flew through this and inhaled the pages… So gripping!… Highly recommend this one’ ★★★★★ Reader review Maple Clark has vanished. And there are 1.9 million suspects. Anyone could have followed her. Only one person knows where she is… I get how this sounds, but you...

The first novel in the spicy, new-adult college romance series. Perfect for fans of Bal Khabra, Ana Huang and Chloe Walsh! He’s a player. And she’s the goal… Ethan Taylor is unbeatable on and off the field. Being the star of the Marshall College soccer team—and hot as hell—has its...