How to Say No: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Cynicism by Diogenes

How to Say No: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Cynicism

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Readers

Diogenes with M.D. Usher (Translator), Liam Gerrard (Narrator)

2 hours, 9 minutes first pub 2022 (editions)

nonfiction philosophy challenging funny informative medium-paced
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The Cynics were ancient Greek philosophers who stood athwart the flood of society’s material excess, unexamined conventions, and even norms of politeness and thundered “No!” Diogenes, the most famous Cynic, wasn’t shy about literally extending his...

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