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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Marcus Aurelius was chosen by Emporer Hadrian to be his eventual successor. In 161, Aurelius took control of the Roman Empire along with his brother Verus. </p><p> </p><p>War and disease threatened Rome on all sides. Aurelius held his territory, but was weakened as a ruler after the death of his brother Verus. His son Commodus later became co-ruler in 177, only three years before Aurelius died on March 17, 180.</p><p> </p><p><em>"You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." - Marcus Aurelius</em></p><p> </p><p><strong>This is the descriptive and concise biography of Marcus Aurelius.</strong></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>An excellent single-volume biography of Marcus Aurelius. - <strong>The Journal Wall</strong></p><p><br></p><p>United Library's well-written biography offers a fresh look at a familiar face.- <strong>BLOOMBURG</strong></p><br>

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