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Augustine and Philosophy
Author(s): Kim Paffenroth (Editor), John Doody (Editor), Phillip Cary (Editor)
- Publisher: Lexington Books (UK)
- Publication Date: 16 April 2010
- Language: English
- Print length: 308 pages
- ISBN-10: 073914538X
- ISBN-13: 9780739145388
Book Description
He frequently reminds his readers, philosophy means love of wisdom, and in that sense he expects that every worthy impulse in human life will have something philosophical about it, something directed toward the attainment of wisdom.
In Augustines own writing we find this expectation put into practice in a stunning variety of ways, as keys themes of Western philosophy and intricate forms of philosophical argument turn up everywhere. The collection of essays in this book examines just a few aspects of the relation of Augustine and philosophy, both in Augustines own practice as a philosopher and in his interaction with others. The result is not one picture of the relation of Augustine and philosophy but many, as the authors of these essays ask many different questions about Augustine and his influence, and bring a large diversity of interests and expertise to their task. Thus the collection shows that Augustines philosophy remains an influence and a provocation in a wide variety of settings today.
Editorial Reviews
Review
Augustine and Philosophy is a welcome addition to this highly regarded series. Key topics in Augustine”s philosophy and his influential legacy are examined with rigor and sensitivity by leading scholars. Without advocating a settled agenda, the various essays cut across disciplinary boundaries and constitute a needed corrective to the relative neglect of Augustine in contemporary philosophical circles. — Eric Gregory, Princeton University
About the Author
Kim Paffenroth is professor of religious studies and the director of the Honors Program at Iona College.
Alexander R. Eodice is professor of philosophy and chair of the Philosophy Department at Iona College.
