Confessions of Saint Augustine
Confessions of Saint Augustine
paperback | English
Published:
1 January, 1944
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Description
Sheed's classic translation of Augustine's Confessions. True to the original, and in a subtle and dignified English translation, let this be a cornerstone of your library.
'Here is a classic which can never grow musty and a story which is new today. Mr Sheed's excellent translation puts the book in reach of everyone.' - Catholic Herald
'Mr Sheed's translation must be pronounced a great success. It brings out the full meaning of the original, and in an author so full of subtle nuances and glittering phrases that a defy a rendering that is an achievement.' - Church Times
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780722026236 |
| ISBN10 | 0722026234 |
| Number Of Pages | 224 |
| Item Weight | 268 g |
| Publisher / Reseller | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Format | paperback |
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Author's Bio
Francis Joseph Sheed (1897-1981) was a Catholic publisher, author and street orator and the founder of the Catholic publishing house of Sheed & Ward. His books include To Know Christ Jesus, Saints Are Not Sad, A Map of Life, Society and Sanity and Theology and Sanity.