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The Responsibility of Translating Marcus Aurelius | David Hernández de la Fuente

The Daily Stoic

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Timeless Wisdom of Classics

This chapter examines the ongoing significance of classic literature, featuring insights from Italo Calvino and Borges. The speakers reflect on their experiences reading works like the 'Odyssey' and Marcus Aurelius to illustrate the rich, evolving interpretations these texts offer. Through humorous anecdotes and discussions on translation challenges, they emphasize the relevance of ancient wisdom in contemporary life.

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