Augustine: A New Biography

By: James J. O'Donnell

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Synopsis: Saint Augustine -- the celebrated theologian who served as Bishop of Hippo from 396 C.E. until his death in 430 C.E. -- is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers in the Western world. His autobiography, Confessions, remains among the most important religious writings in the Christian tradition. In this eye-opening and eminently readable biography, renowned historical scholar James J. O’Donnell picks up where Augustine himself left off to offer a fascinating, in-depth portrait of an unparalleled politician, writer, and churchman in a time of uncertainty and religious turmoil.Augustine is a triumphant chronicle of an extraordinary life that is certain to surprise and enlighten even those who believed they knew the complex and remarkable man of God.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9780061864728
Related ISBNs:: 9780060535384
Publisher:: HarperCollins
Date of Addition:: 03/12/25
Copyrighted By:: James J. O'Donnell
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs, Religion and Spirituality, Education
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.