The Restless Flame

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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. He was the man who conquered himself as completely as he did the adversaries of the Church. His literary and philosophical masterpieces were to dominate Western thought for thousands of years. De Wohl 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 who lend richness and depth to the life story of this great Doctor of the Church. For teens to adults.