Ambrose presents a comprehensive and invaluable introduction to the life and works of the saint.

The material in this book is arranged thematically and follows a natural progression.

"Along with his Confessions, The City of God is undoubtedly St. Augustine's most influential work.

This volume contains new translations of seven shorter works of St. Augustine: True Religion, The Advantage of Believing, Faith and Creed, Faith in the Unseen, Demonic Divination, Faith and Works, and Enchiridion on Faith, Hope and Charity.

Contains eight works of Augustine of Hippo against the Manicheans.