Epicurus Library
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Readings, Maps, Introduction, Other Content
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Readings from Epicurus
from The Best of Epicurus
The following readings come from the Cave's The Best of Epicurus: The Life, Writings & Teachings of Epicurus the Greek Philosopher. Enjoy!
For an Introduction to Epicurus and Epicureanism, go below or here. For maps, go here.
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Maps Related to Epicurus
Map 1 - Greece and Asia Minor
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Greece and Asia Minor
Born on the island of Samos, Epicurus lived in Mytilene (Lesbos) and Lampsacus before settling in Athens, where he founded the Garden.
Map 2 - The Mediterranean World
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The Mediterranean World
Epicureans came from all over the ancient Mediterranean world, including each of the above cities.
