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Marius the Epicurean
Hardcover
Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025824017
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 246
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Marius the Epicurean is a profound philosophical novel set in the second century of the Roman Empire, during the reign of the philosopher-emperor Marcus Aurelius. The work follows the spiritual and intellectual development of its eponymous protagonist, a young Roman nobleman who navigates the complex cultural and religious landscape of his time. As Marius moves from his ancestral pagan traditions toward a refined Epicureanism and eventually encounters the stoicism of the imperial court and the burgeoning mysteries of early Christianity, he seeks a life of sensory and intellectual fulfillment.
The narrative explores the concept of the aesthetic life, examining how one might find meaning and beauty in an era of transition. Rather than focusing on external action, the book captures the internal evolution of Marius's consciousness, reflecting the shifting moods of an empire at its height while contemplating the perennial human search for truth and grace. Known for its exquisite prose and rich historical detail, Marius the Epicurean remains a cornerstone of nineteenth-century literature, reflecting the core values of the Aesthetic movement and offering a meditative look at the intersection of philosophy, religion, and art.
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