Reading The Passing Of Peregrinus | Alexandria
Read The Passing Of Peregrinus by Lucian. Watching a philosopher commit suicide by leaping into flames exposes the thin line between wisdom and madness in Lucian's satirical masterpiece. As Peregrinus orchestrates his own fiery death, the text reveals how celebrity culture and philosophical posturing haven't changed in 2,000 years - proving that public spectacle and performative wisdom are timeless human follies.