Stoicism was one of the most influential schools of philosophy in antiquity. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to this great philosophical school. By outlining the central philosophical ideas of Stoicism, it intends to introduce readers to the different ancient authors and sources that they encounter when exploring Stoicism.

John Sellars is Lecturer in Philosophy at Birkbeck, University of London. He is also the Ancient Commentators on Aristotle Project Officer at King's College London.

Preface Sources and abbreviations Chronology 1. Introduction 2. The Stoic system 3. Stoic logic 4. Stoic physics 5. Stoic ethics 6. The Stoic legacy Glossary Guide to further reading References Index of passages Index