Marcus Aurelius 
Meditations 

Although never intended for publication, 'Meditations’ has gone on to become one of the most important collections of philosophical thought, of all time. During his reign as Roman Emperor, devout Stoic, Marcus Aurelius, recorded his feelings and beliefs on what it is to be a well-rounded human being. While Stoicism has its roots in the 'expect the worst and you won’t be disappointed’ school of thought, Aurelius’ experiences as Emperor also lead him to try and find the best of himself and eschew the opinions of others. A moving and motivational read for philosophy fans.-