Augustine: Confessions Books I-IV (Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics - Imperial Library) (Latin and English Edition)
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| Rating | : | 4.27 (833 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0521497639 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 212 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-07 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The commentary, which can be used by those new to Augustine and his world, concentrates on his brilliant Latin and on his theology and philosophy.. In books I-IV, Augustine reflects on his infancy and childhood, adolescent rebellion and student days, and his early teaching career. Confessions is concerned with one human life as an example of what it is to be human and in search of God. This volume presents the Latin text of one of the great classics of Christian literature, accompanied by a commentary
Highly recommended." The Reader's Review"It is an excellent addition to the resources available for students and teachers of the Confessions and of Christian Latin generally." John C. "Clark's notes concentrate upon the subtle nuances and peculiarities of Augustine's use of language, focusing upon the significant rhetorical feature of the text. Cavadini, Anglican Theological Review
Augustine was born in AD 354. . He lived a wild, self-destructive life as a young man in Italy and was the subject of many prayers by his worried mother, Monica. After a life-changing conversion, he lived on to become a tremendous influence on Christian thinking. He died in AD 430
Sarah Ursus said Excellent Latin text and commentary that fills a great gap in later Latin literature. I am surprised that the reviews here appear to be for another edition, particularly an English translation.This is not an English translation!!! This is the Latin text of books 1-Excellent Latin text and commentary that fills a great gap in later Latin literature Sarah Ursus I am surprised that the reviews here appear to be for another edition, particularly an English translation.This is not an English translation!!! This is the Latin text of books 1-4 of Confessions, with some notes and commentary.What kept me from givi. of Confessions, with some notes and commentary.What kept me from givi