Augustine: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
by Henry Chadwick
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This book is an excellent survey of the life and thought of Augustine. This Past Masters series presents a biographical, historical and intellectual account of Augustine in one succint, lucid, and well-researched little volume. Chadwick's is a masterfulexample of this genre and any newcomer to this field should read this most readily.
Chadwick presents a survey of the life and work of Augustine and his immediate historical influences. In the process, you get a good, basic introduction to th...more
Chadwick presents a survey of the life and work of Augustine and his immediate historical influences. In the process, you get a good, basic introduction to th...more
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Read in August, 2007
Augustine seems like my sort of bloke, is what I learned from this very readable introduction to his life and theology. Therefore, I've purchased the Confessions and started a reading group with my friend Richard. Now, if only I could stop reading young adult fiction....
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