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Porphyry: The Philosopher To His Wife Marcella is a book written by Porphyry, a philosopher from ancient Greece, and is a collection of letters he wrote to his wife Marcella. The book was originally published in 1896 and has since been translated into various languages. The letters cover a wide range of topics including philosophy, religion, ethics, and personal matters. Porphyry discusses his thoughts on various philosophical concepts such as the nature of the soul, the existence of God, and the purpose of life. He also shares his views on the importance of living a virtuous life and the role of women in society. The letters provide insight into the personal and intellectual life of one of the most influential philosophers of the ancient world. Overall, Porphyry: The Philosopher To His Wife Marcella is a fascinating read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or personal letters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
James Wilberding is Lecturer in Ancient Thought, School of Historical Studies, Newcastle University.
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