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

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Review: The value of a simple and frugal lifestyle from the perspective of the ancients - "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.
Review: Best anthology on the Cynics - 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.

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| Best Sellers Rank | #231,716 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #226 in Ancient Greek & Roman Philosophy #347 in Sustainable Living #389 in Philosophy of Ethics & Morality |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 33 Reviews |

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### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The value of a simple and frugal lifestyle from the perspective of the ancients
*by C***R on March 19, 2023*

"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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best anthology on the Cynics
*by E***S on August 15, 2023*

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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great addition to this series
*by M***S on March 20, 2023*

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

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