'I commend it as an excellent introduction to Epictetus' thought and style in general, as well as a comprehensive study of the concept of the ideal Cynic in later antiquity.'John Dillon, CP, 1981.'Le commentaire, bien informé et précis, éclaire les thèmes généraux et les notions fondamentales de la pensée d'Epictète...'Joseph Moreau, Revue des Etudes Anciennes, 1983.'...the general accuracy of the commentary and the pertinence of references to other authors assure the book a grateful readership.'A.A. Long.'...riche commentaire...'Marie-Odile Goulet-Cazé, Revue des Etudes Grecques, 1979.'In compiling this economically written commentary with its parallels on philosophical points, Billerbeck has performed a useful service.'Brian Hillyard, The Classical Review, 1980.
