The Restless Flame: A Novel about Saint Augustine
by Louis De Wohl
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This is a stirring novel which deals reverently but realistically with the fascinating life and era of St. Augustine, one of the most remarkable men of all time. In his vigorous and inimitable style, Louis de Wohl tells the story of St. Augustine's transformation from a vain, sensual youth to the brilliant, devout writer and theologian - the man who conquered himself as completely as he did the adversaries of the Church - whose literary and philosophical masterpieces were to dominate Western show more thought for a thousand years. He has carefully re-created the exciting historical background of the time - the turbulent atmosphere of the Roman Empire in the last days of decadence - skillfully weaving together the personalities whose lives closely affected Augustine: Monica, his saintly and heroic mother; majestic Ambrose, Bishop of Milan; and many others whom lend richness and depth to the life story of this great Doctor of the Church. Here is a novel that glistens with the imaginative and vivid drama that epitomized St. Augustine's tumultuous life, presented with a master story-teller's characteristic flair for graphic description, sensitive portraiture and fascinating historical lore. Cover art by Chris Pelicano show lessTags
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Un livre passionnant, qui a attiré mon attention dès les premières pages et m'a laissée totalement captivée, de sorte que je ne pouvais arrêter la lecture.
C'est une très bonne introduction à Saint Augustin, Ste. Monique, et tout leur entourage.
J'espère lire les Confessions prochainement, et je crois que la lecture de ce livre m'aurait vraiment aidé à m'orienter dans les contexte historique des temps où vivait Augustin.
C'est une très bonne introduction à Saint Augustin, Ste. Monique, et tout leur entourage.
J'espère lire les Confessions prochainement, et je crois que la lecture de ce livre m'aurait vraiment aidé à m'orienter dans les contexte historique des temps où vivait Augustin.
Louis de Wohl writes about the Saints in a charming way that will educate and uplift. I find the Holy Spirit present in this book!
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