Chadwick, Henry
Augustine: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780192854520
- author:
- Chadwick, Henry
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 113mm X 179mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Augustine: A Very Short Introduction by Henry Chadwick
This concise biography explores the life and teachings of Augustine, arguably the greatest early Christian philosopher. Chadwick places Augustine in his philosophical and religious context, tracing the history of his influence on Western thought.
Written for both newcomers and those seeking a deeper understanding, this introduction offers a useful guide to one of the most significant figures in Christian tradition.
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