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Saint Augustine in 50 Pages: The Layman's Quick Guide to Augustinianism
Following his successful Thomas Aquinas in 50 Pages, Taylor Marshall, PhD provides a fun and short introduction to Saint Augustine of Hippo and his influence on the Catholic Church, the Protestant Reformation, and Christian Theology.
55 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 27, 2015
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About the author
Taylor R. Marshall
14 books463 followersTaylor Marshall reads, reads, and reads. And then he writes.
He is the President of the New Saint Thomas Institute.
Dr. Marshall earned BA in Philosophy from Texas A&M University, an MAR in Systematic Theology from Westminster Theological Seminary, a Certificate in Anglican Studies from Nashotah Theological House, and an MS in Philosophy from the University of Dallas.
He completed a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Dallas with the thesis “Thomas Aquinas on Natural Law and the Twofold Beatitude of Humanity.”
He lives in Colleyville, Texas with his wife, Joy, and eight children.
He is the President of the New Saint Thomas Institute.
Dr. Marshall earned BA in Philosophy from Texas A&M University, an MAR in Systematic Theology from Westminster Theological Seminary, a Certificate in Anglican Studies from Nashotah Theological House, and an MS in Philosophy from the University of Dallas.
He completed a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Dallas with the thesis “Thomas Aquinas on Natural Law and the Twofold Beatitude of Humanity.”
He lives in Colleyville, Texas with his wife, Joy, and eight children.
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April 6, 2016
This is the second volume by Taylor R. Marshall that I have read. I have also since attended two of his live webinars. I can highly recommend this book. Taylor really knows how to pack a lot of information into 50 pages. This book follows his immensely popular Thomas Aquinas in 50 Pages: The Layman's Quick Guide to Thomism. Even though almost 900 years separated the two authors these in 50 pages books links them, their works and give good reasons for us to be studying them and going deeper. Marshall writes in a very engaging and easy to read style. To be honest I hit the end of the book and was surprised even knowing it was a short volume when I began. He presents the material in such a way that it does not seem like many academic writers, and as such is quickly becoming a favourite writer of mine.
The chapters in this book are:
Introduction
Who was Saint Augustine?
Augustine's Contributions
Augustine's Legacy
List of Books on Augustine for Beginners
The Writings of Augustine
Taylor states of Augustine that: "Augustine was great at writing and disputation. He kept the quill in his hand. His books and sermons reveal a man gifted for infusing heartfelt passion into theology so as to make it practical." And to be honest that is what Taylor himself is doing. This book can be a reminder for those of us who finished formal studies years ago, for the younger reader as a primer for a high school or first year university course. Or for anyone who wants to dip their toes in the pool of knowledge but be warned once you get the toes wet especially with an author like Taylor you will likely dive in.
This was a wonderful little read. And I do plan on going on and very soon reading more from Taylor R. Marshall. I can recommend this book and believe that it will spark a hunger and thirst for more knowledge. Give it a go you have nothing to lose and maybe a whole lot to gain. Well done Mr. Marshall well done.
Read the review on my blog Book Reviews and More. As well as reviews of other books by Taylor R. Marshall.
(Note: This book is part of a series of reviews: A Year of Reading Intention - Catholic Reading!)
The chapters in this book are:
Introduction
Who was Saint Augustine?
Augustine's Contributions
Augustine's Legacy
List of Books on Augustine for Beginners
The Writings of Augustine
Taylor states of Augustine that: "Augustine was great at writing and disputation. He kept the quill in his hand. His books and sermons reveal a man gifted for infusing heartfelt passion into theology so as to make it practical." And to be honest that is what Taylor himself is doing. This book can be a reminder for those of us who finished formal studies years ago, for the younger reader as a primer for a high school or first year university course. Or for anyone who wants to dip their toes in the pool of knowledge but be warned once you get the toes wet especially with an author like Taylor you will likely dive in.
This was a wonderful little read. And I do plan on going on and very soon reading more from Taylor R. Marshall. I can recommend this book and believe that it will spark a hunger and thirst for more knowledge. Give it a go you have nothing to lose and maybe a whole lot to gain. Well done Mr. Marshall well done.
Read the review on my blog Book Reviews and More. As well as reviews of other books by Taylor R. Marshall.
(Note: This book is part of a series of reviews: A Year of Reading Intention - Catholic Reading!)
March 25, 2015
Wow! There was a lot of great information packed into this small book. I am grateful to Dr. Marshall for creating this concise walk through some of the key parts of Saint Augustine's life.
The flow of the book was very readable and I learned a lot. The end of the book contains a suggested books for further reading that helps know where to head next.
Highly recommended for those wanting an introduction to Saint Augustine.
The flow of the book was very readable and I learned a lot. The end of the book contains a suggested books for further reading that helps know where to head next.
Highly recommended for those wanting an introduction to Saint Augustine.
November 9, 2015
A short book the give the reader a glimpse who was St. Augustine... his biography, conversion and his contributions... the reader will definitely will appreciate St. Augustine and will give them a new perspective about him.. and giving them the reason to read his books (Confession and City of God)
December 11, 2017
does what it says, an intro in 50 pp. I wouldn't have minded more on his diff works, but brevity necessitates decisions on cutting material.
February 23, 2020
Short concise introduction
Joyed this short concise introduction to the complex rit in of St. Augustine. The bibliography is also useful for future reference.
TJD
Joyed this short concise introduction to the complex rit in of St. Augustine. The bibliography is also useful for future reference.
TJD
May 24, 2020
Informational and concise. Just as it needed to be.
November 27, 2024
It was a good introductory into St. Augustine Life and thought.
February 14, 2017
Best book on understanding St. Augustine. Starts with his biography, then it explains his theology. An easy to read book & a must have for fans of St. Augustine!
December 23, 2024
This is an outstanding book to give you an introduction of St. Augustine of Hippa and some of the paradoxical beliefs that people have about his writings. I would highly recommend it.
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