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Marcus Aurelius (121–180 CE), Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher, born at Rome, received training under his guardian and uncle emperor Antoninus Pius (reigned 138–161), who adopted him. He was converted to Stoicism and henceforward studied and practised philosophy and law. A gentle man, he lived in agreement and collaboration with Antoninus Pius. He married Pius's daughter and succeeded him as emperor in March 161, sharing some of the burdens with Lucius Verus.
Marcus's reign soon saw fearful national disasters from flood, earthquakes, epidemics, threatened revolt (in Britain), a Parthian war, and pressure of barbarians
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Manufacturer: Harvard University Press
Release date: 1 January 1916
ISBN-10 : 0674990641 | ISBN-13: 9780674990647
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Release date: 1 January 1916
ISBN-10 : 0674990641 | ISBN-13: 9780674990647
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