| On Christian Teaching Contributor(s): Augustine, St (Author), Green, R. P. H. (Editor), Green, R. P. H. (Translator) |
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ISBN: 0199540632 ISBN-13: 9780199540631 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $11.66 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2008 Annotation: The De Doctrina Christiana ("On Christian Teaching") is one of Augustine's most important works on the classical tradition. Undertaken at the same time as the Confessions, it sheds light on the development of Augustine's thought, especially in the areas of ethics, hermeneutics, and sign-theory. This completely new translation gives a close but updated representation of Augustine's thought and expression, while a succinct introduction and select bibliography present the insights of recent research. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Theology - General - Religion | Philosophy - History | Europe - Medieval |
| Dewey: 230.14 |
| LCCN: 2008273938 |
| Lexile Measure: 1490 |
| Series: Oxford World's Classics (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 5" W x 7.7" (0.35 lbs) 208 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian - Chronological Period - Medieval (500-1453) |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The De Doctrina Christiana (On Christian Teaching) is one of Augustine's most important works on the classical tradition. Undertaken at the same time as the Confessions, it sheds light on the development of Augustine's thought, especially in the areas of ethics, hermeneutics, and sign-theory. This completely new translation gives a close but updated representation of Augustine's thought and expression, while a succinct introduction and select bibliography present the insights of recent research. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. |