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Augustine

A Very Short Introduction

Augustine

A Very Short Introduction

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Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780192854520
Number of Pages: 144
Published: 22/02/2001
Width: 11.3 cm
Height: 17.9 cm

By his writings, the surviving bulk of which exceeds that of any other ancient author, Augustine came to influence not only his contemporaries but also the West since his time. This Very Short Introduction traces the development of Augustine's thought, discussing his reaction to the thinkers before him, and themes such as freedom, creation, and the trinity. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

List of illustrations ; 1. The formation of Augustine's mind: Cicero, Mani, Plato, Christ ; 2. Liberal arts ; 3. Free choice ; 4. A philosophical society ; 5. Vocation ; 6. Confessions ; 7. Unity and division ; 8. Creation and the Trinity ; 9. City of God ; 10. Nature and grace ; Further reading ; Index

Henry Chadwick

Henry Chadwick, formerly Regius Professor Emeritus of Divinity at the University of Cambridge. Among his other books are Early Christian Thought and the Classical Tradition, Priscillian of Avila, and Boethius: The Consolations of Music, Logic, Theology, and Philosophy (all published by OUP). He has also published an annotated translation of Augustine's Confessions (Oxford World's Classics), and, with his brother Owen, is General Editor of the Oxford History of the Christian Church.

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