The Enchiridion

The private reflections of Rome's philosopher-emperor, written during military campaigns. Twelve books of meditations on duty, virtue, mortality and inner peace that remain the most widely read Stoic text in the world.

Marcus Aurelius

The foundational teachings of Epictetus, one of Stoicism's most influential voices. Includes both the Discourses and the Encheiridion (Handbook), translated by George Long from Project Gutenberg.

Epictetus

Seneca's Moral Letters to Lucilius, covering topics from the fear of death to friendship, philosophy, and the good life. This beautifully designed free edition includes essays by modern Stoic thinkers between the letters.

Seneca

A comprehensive overview of Stoic philosophy from its origins to modern applications. Covers the Early Stoa, Roman Stoics including Seneca and Marcus Aurelius, and practical themes like feelings, happiness, and cosmopolitanism.

Rymke Wiersma

A classic introduction to Stoic doctrine covering its origins among the Greeks and Romans, its relationship to Socrates and Plato, and the core tenets of Stoic philosophy. Written by an Oxford scholar.

St. George William Joseph Stock