Seducing Augustine: Bodies, Desires, Confessions (original) (raw)

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Seducing Augustine: Bodies, Desires, Confessions delves into Augustine's approach to the body and sexuality through a series of four chapters that explore paradoxical themes within his Confessions. This collaborative work by Virginia Burrus, Mark Jordan, and Karmen MacKendrick challenges conventional interpretations of Augustine's thought on desire and sexuality, providing a nuanced reappraisal that integrates historical scholarship with contemporary theory. By examining the dynamics of secrecy, asceticism, freedom, and eternal desire, the authors shed light on the interplay between text and reader, ultimately offering a fresh perspective on the complexities of Augustine's writings.

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