Corsica
Island in Mediterranean, then Roman Empire. Part of France (Literary).
At a glance
| Source | Author | Role | In one line |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Daily Stoic | Ryan Holiday | turning point | Seneca was banished from Rome to Corsica in 41 AD, with rumors of an affair as the cause. |
The Daily Stoic — Ryan Holiday (2016)
Source: The Daily Stoic · Readwise highlight
In 41 AD, Seneca was exiled from Rome to Corsica—for what exactly, we are not sure, but the rumors were that he had an affair with the sister of the emperor.
- Role: turning point
- In the book: Seneca was banished from Rome to Corsica in 41 AD, with rumors of an affair as the cause. From there he wrote a consolation letter to his mother, partly consoling himself. He later lobbied to return and was restored to power.
- Why it matters: Exile on Corsica is the test of Seneca’s philosophy and gives the entry’s lesson about fortune. The island itself is not described, only the fact of being sent away from Rome.