by Epicure, Pierre Pénisson · Hatier · tapa blanda · ISBN 9782218725883
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«Lettre à Ménécée» is the philosophical letter by Epicurus with translation and analysis by Pierre Pénisson, published by Hatier in paperback (95 pages, in French).
In this letter, Epicurus sets out his reflections on happiness and life, condensing the essential ideas of his philosophy into a brief text that serves as an introduction to Epicureanism. This French edition includes the complete text, with translation, analysis and supplementary documents on Epicurus and his school.
This edition, published in 1999, is part of the «Les Classiques Hatier de la philosophie» collection; its subtitle is «Traduction originale, analyse, documents : Épicure et l'épicurisme».
Suitable for philosophy students and readers seeking a first guided approach to this work.
Epicurus was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the philosophical school of Epicureanism, which taught that management of one's desires, removal of unnecessary fears, friendship, and virtuous living led to a pleasant life and constant happiness, the highest good.
