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Vita Brevis Jostein Gaarder

Vita Brevis By Jostein Gaarder

Vita Brevis by Jostein Gaarder


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Summary

An old Latin manuscript comes to light in an Argentine flea market, appearing to be a letter to St Augustine from Floria Aemilia, the woman he renounced in favour of chastity. Highly educated, passionate and compassionate, she delivers a highly personal commentary on the "Confessions".

Vita Brevis Summary

Vita Brevis by Jostein Gaarder

In a second had bookshop in Buenos Aires, the author makes an exciting find- A transcript of a hitherto undreamt of letter to St Augustine, the fourth century bishop of Hippo and author of the famous confessions,from Floria Aemiliathe women he renounced for chastity. Backed up with quotations and scholarly comentary, this entracing short text is as playful, inventive and questioning as any of Gaader's work.

About Jostein Gaarder

Jostein Gaarder is the author of SOPHIE'S WORLD, a huge bestseller in over 40 countries. He was born in Oslo in 1952 and lives there now with his wife and two sons.

Additional information

GOR003534968
9781861590503
1861590504
Vita Brevis by Jostein Gaarder
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Orion Publishing Co
1997-10-27
144
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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