PewDiePie's Literature Club discussion

Discourses and Selected Writings

Hey guys,

Apologies for being late!

How did everyone find Epictetus's discourses and selected writings?
I always thought it was one of the best introductions to Greek Philosophy in general. Plus, a lot of what is written can still be applied in our current day-to-day lives, as cliche as that may sound!

I have a little delay, only halfway through. So far I like it, the short chapters are great. For me, I'd prefer a version that is more explained in modern terms and language (I'm sure it exists) so it's easier to understand.

Awelone wrote: "I have a little delay, only halfway through. So far I like it, the short chapters are great. For me, I'd prefer a version that is more explained in modern terms and language (I'm sure it exists) so..."

What version are you reading, if you do not mind me asking?

I think it's the same as PewDiePie's, at least the cover looks the same. English is my second language so that makes it a little harder for me, couldn't find version in my language

Awelone wrote: "I think it's the same as PewDiePie's, at least the cover looks the same. English is my second language so that makes it a little harder for me, couldn't find version in my language"
Ah, I see, yeah it's definitely a bit harder if that's the case, you've made it quite the challenge for yourself, then! When I last read it, I thought it was actually quite nicely put even for the modern reader, definitely a lot easier to digest than the works of Nietzsche or Schopenhauer, haha. Looking forward to those books next. Those are slow reads but definitely worth it! I think that's going to be in October, from the looks of things