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Claire Bowers-Dingus
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This was not as revelatory as Confessions, but it was far more practical. The chapter on teaching (shocker) is my favorite.
I unfortunately have to give this 4 stars, because Augustine is a product of his environment. His understanding — or misunderstanding — of the female sex is laughable.
“For eloquent speakers are heard with pleasure, whereas the wise are heard with profit.”
— Apr 21, 2026 04:55PM
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I unfortunately have to give this 4 stars, because Augustine is a product of his environment. His understanding — or misunderstanding — of the female sex is laughable.
“For eloquent speakers are heard with pleasure, whereas the wise are heard with profit.”
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