Monasticism - Paperback

by Adolf Harnack (Author)

Adolf Harnack was a prodigious writer. Known primarily for his ground-breaking 'History of Dogma', Harnack also penned a score of essays. Here are two of his most popular and interesting shorter works on monasticism and Augustine's 'Confessions'.

Author Biography

Adolf von Harnack (1851-1930) is recognized as one of the outstanding church historians of his day. He was Professor of Church History successively in the universities of Leipzig, Giessen, Marburg, and Berlin. His great work, 'A History of Dogma', has had a considerable influence on modern theological study. Other titles translated into English include 'A History of the Expansion of Christianity', 'The Apostles Creed', and 'The Acts of the Apostles'.