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The Making of a Stoic Emperor

The Art of Manliness

CHAPTER

The Stoic Emotions of Marcus Aurelius

This chapter examines the complexities of Marcus Aurelius's life and philosophy, challenging the stereotype of Stoicism as emotionless. It explores how his upbringing and key relationships shaped his emotional depth and stoic practices, highlighting his profound grief and struggle for paternal guidance. By analyzing his influences and contrasting Greek and Roman notions of manliness, the chapter presents a rounded view of Marcus as a deeply introspective leader navigating a tumultuous world.

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