Augustine of HippoChristianity · Essays·354–430
Confessions
Synopsis
Saint Augustine's spiritual autobiography, Confessions, is a foundational text of Western thought. This edition features a new translation by Garry Wills, praised for its clarity and faithfulness to the original's spirit. Augustine's journey from sin to salvation and his profound reflections on faith, time, and memory continue to resonate with readers centuries later.
How it reads
Prose complexity 10/10