Confessions of Augustine (Paperback)

~ Saint Augustine (Author), Michael P. Foley (Editor), F. J. Sheed (Translator), Peter Brown (Introduction)
Key Phrases: formless earth, endowed with form, dost command, Old Latin, Holy Spirit, Lord God (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...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. 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. Cavadini, Anglican Theological Review --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Description

The second Hackett edition of the Sheed translation, a classic in its own right, offers a wealth of notes on philosophical, theological, historical, and liturgical issues raised by the Confessions, as well as paragraph numbers of the Latin critical edition, and a thorough index.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Paperback: 345 pages
• Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company; 2 Revised edition (February 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0872208168
• ISBN-13: 978-0872208162
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #246,474 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

  Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

  #23 in	Books > History > Africa > Algeria
  #26 in	Books > Biographies & Memoirs > People, A-Z > ( A ) > Augustine, Saint
  #32 in	Books > Religion & Spirituality > Authors, A-Z > ( A ) > Augustine

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful translation of a classic text, November 4, 2008

By	Benjamin T. Mayes (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Confessions (Hardcover)

Sheed's translation of this classic of Western and Christian culture is truly beautiful. He went beyond presenting an accurate translation; beyond a clear translation. He gave us a translation that is accurate, clear, and sonorous. The footnotes, introductions (one by famous Augustine scholar Peter Brown), and index make this a solid scholarly edition. This is a translation I will reread often.

0 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Philosophy isn't my strong point, April 10, 2009

By	D. Smail "L" (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Augustine's Confessions is not for the faint of heart. With a lot of confusing backpedaling, this book has confused many a philosopher. Chronicling his search for God and acceptance, this is a semi-autobiographical account of Augustine's life. He tackles a variety of topics, but the only reason I can see anyone reading this book is for a college course. In which case, I have to say, good luck to you, your life got worse. 2/5

2 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars the editor's preface, October 26, 2007

By	d - See all my reviews

Michael P. Foley's "Editor's Preface" to this edition of Confessions contextualizes the translation well. It serves to locate Sheed's translation historically and academically. The "Editor's Preface" also discusses the cover art for this edition. That discussion is not only an insightful description of the art, but also relates the art to the text effectively.