Augustine

by James O'Donnell

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.

432 pages, ebook

First published February 5, 2008

Reviews

[Kathryn Bashaar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Refreshing myself on Augustine in preparation for delivering author talks over the next few months. This was a nice, brief summary of Augustine's thoughts on some very complex topics.