Saint Augustine explores both the great ruminator on the human condition and the everyday man who set pen to parchment. It challenges many misconceptions--among them those regarding his early sexual excesses. Here, for students, Christians and voyagers into the new millennium, is a lively and incisive portrait of one who helped shape our thought.

"The writing is exceptional throughout—rich with funny and surprising detail." —Chicago Tribune

"A swift and invigorating read." —The Cleveland Plain Dealer