Discover how Roman women wielded surprising economic and political power behind the scenes, from owning vast estates to influencing imperial policy—rewriting the narrative you thought you knew about women in antiquity.
Discover how ancient Roman philosophers developed profound psychological techniques millennia before today's bestsellers, and learn practical applications of Stoic wisdom that outshine modern self-help trends.
Seneca, a prominent Roman philosopher and counselor to Emperor Nero, is renowned for his influential work, Letters to Lucilius. Written between 63 AD and 65 AD, these 124 letters were addressed to his friend Lucilius, the procurator of Sicily. They offer practical guidance on leading a Stoic life, focusing on inner strength and acceptance of life's circumstances.
