Serenity: Seneca's life and ideas

Despite his family's vast resources, Seneca was confronted with major problems in his late teens. He contracted a severe respiratory illness that almost killed him. The struggle led him to embrace Stoicism. Seneca made a remarkable choice, considering that he could have died any moment. How many severely ill people devote their energies to self-development? Adversity prompted Seneca to look for answers. Instead of falling prey to despondency, he developed a comprehensive, practical philosophy. This book presents his insights and how they can be put into practice today.