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Marius the Epicurean was one of the most celebrated novels of the 19th century. Set in Rome in the second century A.D., it traces the "sensations" of its young hero Marius as he encounters pagan religion, Epicureanism, Stoicism, and finally Christianity. This is the frst edition... Read Full Overview

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Marius the Epicurean (Volume 1) has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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A philosophical historical novel about the life of a young Roman named Marius. Through his experiences and encounters with various individuals, Marius reflects on the nature of pleasure, beauty, art, and religion.

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Marius the Epicurean by Walter Pater is a philosophical novel set in ancient Rome, chronicling the intellectual and spiritual journey of Marius, a young Roman man. Through encounters with Epicurean philosophy, pagan beliefs, and early Christian ideas, Marius searches for meaning,... Read Full Overview