Subject: Augustine, of Hippo, Saint, 354-430 (Keywords)

Saint Augustine, the North African bishop of Hippo (AD 354-430), is studied here in his social context. Carol Hill shows how, as a Christian, he came to terms with the philosophical and rhetorical ideals of classical culture.

In this new translation of what is considered by many to be a masterpiece of Western literature, the impassioned descriptions of Augustine's colourful early life and search for spiritual satisfaction are accurately conveyed to the English reader.