Morals and Villas in Seneca's Letters

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The book explores three significant Letters that highlight contrasting lifestyles through the lens of three Roman villas. Seneca's philosophical epistles mark a pivotal moment in Latin literature, introducing self-criticism and parody while reinterpreting Greek influences. By transforming writing into a form of critical thinking rooted in Roman culture, these Letters delve into themes of metaphor, translation, self-transformation, and cultural tradition, showcasing the depth of Stoic philosophy in a Latin context.