The Consolation of Philosophy

The Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius is a philosophical treatise written in prison around 524 AD. Blending prose and verse, it features a dialogue between Boethius and Lady Philosophy, who consoles him in the face of injustice and exile. The work draws from Stoicism, Neoplatonism, and Christian thought to explore fate, free will, and the nature of happiness. It was immensely influential throughout the Middle Ages and remains a foundational text in Western philosophy.