CliffsNotes on St. Augustine's Confessions (CliffsNotes on Literature)

ISBN: 0764544802

Author: Magedanz M.A., Stacy

Condition: Used

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also features glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.CliffsNotes on St. Augustines Confessions takes you on a story of conversion - actually several conversions: to Manichaeism; to the pursuit of truth; to an intellectual acceptance of Christianity; and finally to an emotional acceptance of Christian faith. The Confessions is in one sense Augustines personal story, but it is also a mythological work about humanitys quest to discover true peace and satisfaction.Examine the many layers of this masterpiece with help from a study guide you can trust. You'll also gain insight into the background and influences of the author. Other features that help you study include Chapter by chapter summaries and commentaries Critical essays A review section that tests your knowledge A Resource Center full of books, articles, films, and Internet sitesClassic literature or modern-day treasure-you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.