Review on Meditations Marcus Aurelius by David Burrell

I don't know who did the translation for this but it was very difficult for me to understand. This prompted me to look around and found another translation by George Long (Thoughts of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, 1862). Although not a recent translation, Long's version is often easier to understand. Compare the translations of the first paragraph, for example: This version: From my grandfather Vera I learned to be gentle and gentle and to refrain from all anger and passion. From the fame and memory of the one who gave birth to me I have learned both humility and manliness. I learned from my mother to be religious and generous; and not only abstaining from doing evil, but also intending all evil; be content with lean food and avoid all that is associated with great wealth. About my great-grandfather, both the frequent visits to public schools and classrooms and the fact that I had good and capable teachers at home; and that I should not think much about it if I incur excessive expense in such cases. George Long's version: I learned good manners and temper control from my grandfather, Verus. From the reputation and memory of my father's modesty and courageous character. From my mother's piety and good deeds and abstinence not only from evil deeds but also from evil thoughts; and also the simplicity of my way of life, far removed from the habits of the rich. From my great-grandfather, not going to public schools, having good teachers at home, and knowing that such things should be spent lavishly. Nevertheless, it is worth comparing the two free Kindle translations.