The Confessions: (Vol. I/1) 2nd edition, (The Works of Saint Augustine: A Translation for the 21st Century)

Saint Augustine, Maria Boulding OSB (Translation Introduction Notes)

ISBN 10: 1565484452 / ISBN 13: 9781565484450

Published by New City Press, 2012

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Confessions: (Vol. I/1) 2nd edition, (The Works of Saint Augustine: A Translation for the 21st Century)
• Publisher: New City Press
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1565484452
• ISBN 13: 9781565484450
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This 2nd Edition includes a new annotated bibliography by William Harmless, S.J. <P>The Confessions of Saint Augustine is considered the all time number one Christian classic. Augustine undertook his greatest piece of writing with the conviction that God wanted him to make this confession. The Confessions are, in fact, an extended poetic, passionate, intimate prayer. Augustine s experience of God speaks to us across time with little need of transpositions. This new translation by Maria Boulding masterfully captures his experience. <P>Augustine was probably forty-three when he began this endeavor. He had been a baptized Catholic for ten years, a priest for six, and a bishop for only two. His pre-baptismal life raised questions in the community. Was his conversion genuine? The first hearers were captivated, as many millions have been over the following sixteen centuries.

About the Author

Augustine of Hippo is one of the greatest thinkers and writers in the Western world. After becoming a Christian he was made bishop of Hippo in Africa, where he was influential in civil and church affairs. His more than 100 books, 200 letters and 500 sermons have left a lasting impact on Western philosophy and culture. His classic and best-selling works include <I>The Confessions, The Trinity, The City of God,</I> and <I>Teaching Christianity.</I>