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Living the Good Life: How to Live Sanely and Simply in a Troubled World. Helen Nearing, Scott Nearing. 4.14. 383 ratings40 reviews. Living the Good Life, like Walden Pond, is deeply rooted in an enduring American tradition of dissent from the majority and respect for the land.
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Jan 1, 1970 · Helen Nearing left city life with her husband, Scott, nearly sixty years ago to move first to Vermont and then to their farm in Harborside, Maine. The Nearings' food and living philosophies have provided the guidelines for many who seek a simpler way of life.
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- Letters from A Stoic — Lucius Annaeus Seneca
- A Guide to The Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy— William B. Irvine
- Meditations — Marcus Aurelius
- The Discourses — Epictetus
- Letters on Ethics: to Lucilius — Lucius Annaeus Seneca
- The Practicing Stoic: A Philosophical User’s Manual — Ward Farnsworth
- The Epilogue: Books About Stoicism
Summary:Letters from a Stoic is a collection of 124 letters written by the Roman philosopher Lucius Annaeus Seneca. The letters were written between 61 and 65 AD and cover topics such as Stoic ethics, morality, virtue, suffering, self-discipline and living in harmony with nature. In addition to providing advice on how to live harmoniously and virtu...
Summary:A Guide to the Good Life is an insightful and comprehensive book that offers readers a practical guide to living a meaningful life inspired by the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. Within its pages, Irvine explains the core principles of Stoicism, how they can be applied in modern life, and how they can help people find peace and joy. Written...
Summary:Meditations is a personal journal written by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, and is one of the most famous books on Stoicism. The book is like a textbook of Stoicism, consisting of 12 books with each containing various passages that discuss his reflections on life, death, ethics, principals, and morality. Aurelius believed that a virtuou...
Summary:The Discourses is a collection of Stoic teachings by the Greek philosopher Epictetus, written in the 2nd Century AD. This book covers a wide range of topics concerning human life and behavior, such as logic, ethics, freedom, happiness, and morality. Epictetus emphasizes that we must be responsible for our own actions and take responsibility...
Summary:Letters on Ethics is a collection of correspondence between the Roman statesman and philosopher Seneca and his friend, Lucilius. The letters were written between 62 and 65 AD and focus on Stoic doctrine, which teaches how to lead a good life in accordance with nature. In these letters, Seneca explains how we should act in accordance with th...
Summary:The Practicing Stoic is a comprehensive guide to the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. It offers an accessible, step-by-step approach to understanding and applying the teachings of this influential school of thought. The book begins with an overview of the core concepts and ideas found in Stoicism, and then delves into more practical topics s...
With the right books and a bit of contemplation, life’s challenges can become more manageable. By understanding the fundamental principles of Stoicism, it is possible to not only find lasting inner peace but also learn how to handle setbacks with calmness and resilience. Reading about Stoic practices can also help you make better decisions for your...
Apr 19, 2023 · The Good Life: Helen and Scott Nearing’s Sixty Years of Self-Sufficient Living by Helen and Scott Nearing; Caroline – A Little House Revisited By Sarah Miller; Fire Season: Field Notes from a Wilderness Lookout by Philip Connors; Building a Better World in Your Backyard – Instead of Being Angry at Bad Guys by Paul Wheaton and Shawn ...
Apr 17, 2021 · In Living the Good Life, the Nearings related the details of that project along with their decades of simple living, essentially outside the wage economy. Their account recorded both a pioneering approach to subsistence horticulture and a radical revision of work-life balance—decades before that phrase became current.
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