About this Book

St. Augustine is renowned for his voluminous writings -- ideas that have shaped and had a lasting impact on the thought of Western Christianity. Bishop, counselor, preacher and judge. Augustine found time to respond to people in all their needs. The fifty-four letters in this volume cover such matters as handling wealth, confronting political leaders, coping with widowhood and interpreting Scripture. Their tonee is both friendly and serious, with a time spiritual message.