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See allThe writer, of course, is by all means, outstanding and I loved the story. But this is not a story that makes you jump out of your chair. It feels like he was trying to tell a story about loneliness and all the ways you can be in solitude.
It feels far-fetched sometimes.
Overall I think this book is great. Maybe I like other genres or other writing styles better.
This was one of the most important books that I read in my entire life. It changed me in so many ways that is indescribable.
Full of knowledge on how to live well, in peace with your mind and soul. How to be good (in a sense of justice). How to not fall into the traps of your own mind. How to be polite, to live in the present, to not be hunted by the past or worried about the future.
How to connect with nature and other people. How to be honorable and respectful.
The stoicism has a lot to teach, especially in this world we live where people tend to give more meaning to things that one should.
It took me almost a year to read this. (Actually listen to). Because every letter Seneca writes to Epicurius is so full of wisdom that you need time to digest.