How to Say No: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Cynicism (Ancient Wisdom for Modern Readers)

"How to Say No: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Cynicism" by M.D. Usher is a fascinating and insightful book that explores the ancient Greek philosophy of cynicism with writings translated from the Greek. The Greek is on one page and his translation to English is on the opposite page.Usher's translations and writing style are engaging and accessible, and he presents the ideas of the ancient cynics in a way that is both informative and thought-provoking. The book is well-organized, with each chapter focusing on a different aspect of cynicism with both Greek and Roman perspectives, from the importance of self-sufficiency to the value of simplicity and frugality.Overall, "How to Say No: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Cynicism" is a well-written and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the ancient philosophy of cynicism. Usher's writing is engaging and accessible, and his translations are both informative and thought-provoking. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, or personal growth.

You can read this cover to cover because the translations are smooth, the selections are interesting, and the book is beautiful. A great reading experience. The Greek and Latin also run parallel to the English, which is a nice touch.

Something we all need to practice in this day and age. Simplifying our lives is an age old adage!

Great piece of work. I'm looking forward to reading more in this series of books. Hopefully, the rest are as good as this was.