pThis new translation presents two works, one by Epictetus and the other by Cebes, two ancient Greek philosophers of the Imperial period, in new translations of clear, straightforward English.p pIn this book, readers will learn how to sustain emotional harmony and a 'good flow of life' whatever fortune may hold in store for them. p pp pThis modern English translation of the complete emHandbookem is supported by and includes p pp p the first thorough commentary since that of Simplicius, 1500 years agobr a detailed introductionbr extensive glossarybr index of key termsbr chapter-by-chapter discussion of themesbr helpful tables that clarify Stoic ethical doctrines as a glance. p pp pAccompanying the emHandbookem is the emTablet of Cebesem, a curious and engaging text. In complete contrast, yet complementing the Handbook's more conventional philosophical presentation, the Tablet shows progress to philosophical wisdom as a journey through a landscape inhabited by personifications of happine