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The Consolation of Philosophy

Year

2012

Language

ENGLISH

Author

Boethius

Publication Information

Dover Publications

Summary

Landmark of Western thought written by a 6th-century Roman statesman and philosopher awaiting execution. Comprising a dialogue in alternating prose and verse between Boethius and his spiritual guardian, the book concerns happiness: how to achieve and maintain it amid life's inevitable pain. A cornerstone of medieval humanism.

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