The Confessions of St.Augustine

New translations of extracts from St Augustine's Confessions, in the only illustrated edition of this text.

Each page is illustrated with miniatures and borders taken from Christian illuminated manuscripts in the medieval collection at the British Library.

Unlike other editions, this Confessions is organized around extracts chosen to highlight Augustine's philosophy and mystical love of God.

The Confessions is Augustine's account of his dissolute youth and early secular career as a teacher, which culminated in the famous conversion at Milan by the Christian bishop, Ambrose.

At its heart is Augustine's outpouring of love for God.

Though written in 399 CE, the Confessions describe the author's emotions in a way that is immediately recognizable.

Augustine gives advice on many aspects of life, such as love, friendship, loss, and ambition.