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The Confessions of Saint Augustine is considered one of the greatest Christian classics of all time. It is an extended poetic, passionate, intimate prayer that Augustine wrote as an autobiography sometime after his conversion, to confess his sins and proclaim God's goodness. Just as his first hearers were captivated by his powerful conversion story, so also have many millions been over the following sixteen centuries. His experience of God speaks to us across time with little need of transpositions.This acclaimed new translation by Sister Maria Boulding, O.S.B., masterfully captures his experience, and is written in an elegant and flowing style. Her beautiful contemporary translation of the ancient Confessions makes the classic work more accessible to modern readers. Her translation combines the linguistic accuracy demanded by 4thcentury Latin with the poetic power aimed at by Augustine, not as discernable in previous translations.
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- Q: What is 'The Confessions: Saint Augustine of Hippo' about? A: 'The Confessions' is an autobiographical work by Saint Augustine that reflects on his sinful youth and his transformative experience of faith. It is regarded as a significant Christian classic that addresses themes of sin, grace, and redemption.
- Q: Who translated this edition of 'The Confessions'? A: This edition features a translation by Sister Maria Boulding, O.S.B., who is known for her ability to present Augustine's thoughts in an accessible and poetic style.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Confessions: Saint Augustine of Hippo' was published on July 16, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 522 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for modern readers? A: Yes, Sister Maria Boulding's contemporary translation makes this classic work more accessible to modern readers while retaining the original meanings.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Confessions'? A: The book explores themes such as the nature of God, the struggle with sin, the journey of faith, and the search for truth and inner peace.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Confessions' is often studied in religious and philosophical contexts, making it suitable for academic purposes.
- Q: What is the item condition of this book? A: The book is listed as 'New,' indicating it has not been previously owned or read.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the First Edition of 'The Confessions: Saint Augustine of Hippo'.