Meditations · Character
Annius Verus
Marcus Aurelius' biological father or grandfather.
minor
Also known as Verus
First appearance: Book I: Debts and Lessons
Annius Verus shows up with force in Book I: Debts and Lessons. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Marcus's grandfather, from whom he learned good morals and self-control.
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In Book I: Debts and Lessons: Marcus's grandfather, from whom he learned good morals and self-control. Later, in Endnotes: Marcus's…
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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