The Fundamental Books of Epicurus

This book contains the Principal Doctrines, Vatican Sayings, and letters to Menoeceus, Pythocles, and Herodotus, which are the core surviving writings of Epicurus.

These texts provide insights into Epicurean philosophy, focusing on the pursuit of happiness through the absence of physical pain and mental disturbance.

The letters summarize Epicurus' views on ethics and natural philosophy.