Fox, Robin Lane
Augustine: Conversions and Confessions
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241950753
- author:
- Fox, Robin Lane
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 672
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography & True Stories, Religious & spiritual biographies, Spirituality & Beliefs,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A new interpretation of one of history's most fascinating figures, Augustine Conversions and Confessions offers a fresh perspective on the life of the author of an intimate masterpiece. Robin Lane Fox explores how Augustine came to write his iconic work, delving into his early years, relationships, and spiritual journey.
Combining the latest scholarship with recently discovered letters and sermons by Augustine himself, Fox provides a nuanced portrait of his subject, shedding new light on aspects of his life that have long been debated. By comparing Augustine to two contemporaries, an older pagan and a younger Christian, Fox illuminates the complexities of Augustine's conversion and its enduring impact.
From Augustine's early education in North Africa to his eventual return to God, this biography offers a thought-provoking exploration of one of history's most influential thinkers. With its unique blend of historical insight and literary analysis, Augustine Conversions and Confessions is a compelling read for anyone interested in the life and legacy of this remarkable figure.
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