How to Die
by Seneca, edited by James S. Romm
Seneca's writings on death gathered: prepare, do not fear, live fully, die well, with his own death. Short Princeton edition.
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Three things you will actually use
- Rehearse death.
- Life is long enough if used.
- Die as you lived.
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Read the section on preparing.
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