The Confessions of St. Augustine - Dover Thrift Editions
The Confessions of St. Augustine: an influential religious autobiography and great work of Western literature. Recounts crucial events in the author's life, including his struggle with sexual desires and eventual recovery of his Catholic faith. Provides a detailed classic recounting of one man's internal struggles and religious conversion, making it useful for anyone interested in the impact made by one of the foremost leaders in the development of Christian thought.
Description
The Confessions of St. Augustine is a book that tells the story of a man's life. It is not just any story, but a story that has influenced many people who follow Christianity. The book is considered a great work of literature from the Western world. It talks about important events in the author's life, such as his childhood with his deeply religious mother, and his early years growing up in Algeria in the 4th century. The book also covers his time living a lavish life at the imperial court in Milan, as well as his struggles with sexual desires and renunciation of his secular ambitions and marriage. The most important part of the book is his recovery of his Catholic faith. This book is a personal account of one man's journey to find spiritual and emotional peace. It is one of the first books to use self-analysis to describe these experiences. This book can be helpful to anyone who wants to know more about one of the most important leaders in the development of Christian thought.
Information
Brand: Dover Publications
Publisher Date: 10/29/2002
Author: St Augustine, Saint Augustine of Hippo & St Augustine
Dimensions: 8.18 x 5.28 x 0.76
UPC: 9780486424668
Ages: 14 and UP
Pages: 319