
#8 The Bad Boy of Stoicism (Montaigne's Essays)
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Thales' Experiment with Pursuing Wealth
Thales tests the claims that he couldn't attain wealth himself and sets up a successful business venture. The chapter explores the dangers of becoming too attached to wealth and the contrast between philosophers like Seneca who preach against pursuing wealth, despite being wealthy themselves.
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