Epictetus was a freed slave who became one of the most influential Stoic philosophers of the Roman imperial age. His Discourses — recorded by his student Arrian — and the compact Encheiridion (Handbook) distil Stoic philosophy into practical guidance: focus on what is within your control, bear hardship with equanimity, and distinguish between what belongs to you (your judgements and responses) and what does not (everything else). These teachings have found new audiences in every era.
This free EPUB edition is cleanly formatted for any e-reader. Epictetus’s wisdom has influenced thinkers from Marcus Aurelius to modern cognitive therapy; this selection offers an ideal introduction to his thought.