Against the Academics

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St. Augustine's Cassiciacum Dialogues, Volume 1

By Saint Augustine

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Against the Academics is the first dialogue in Augustine of Hippo’s Cassiciacum series, written shortly after his conversion to Christianity. This fresh translation by Michael Foley presents Augustine’s exploration of Academic scepticism—a philosophical position he both appreciates and critiques. The dialogue lays the groundwork for deeper reflections on the nature of God and the soul, setting the tone for the subsequent Cassiciacum tetralogy.
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Ideal for students, scholars, and readers interested in early Christian thought, philosophy, and Augustine’s journey from scepticism to faith.

Against the Academics

A fresh, new translation of Augustine's inaugural work as a Christian convert

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A fresh, new translation of Augustine’s inaugural work as a Christian convert

Lively, engaging and accurate translations. . . . There is much in this dialogue and Foley’s presentation of it for contemporary readers to take seriously.—Erik Kenyon, Bryn Mawr Classical Review

The first four works written by St. Augustine of Hippo after his conversion to Christianity are the remarkable Cassiciacum dialogues. In this first dialogue, expertly translated by Michael Foley, Augustine and his interlocutors explore the history and teachings of Academic skepticism, which Augustine is both sympathetic to and critical of. The dialogue serves as a fitting launching point for a knowledge of God and the soul, the overall subject of the Cassiciacum tetralogy.

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Critics praise Foley’s translation as both accurate and elegantly rendered. John C. Cavadini of the University of Notre Dame describes it as "a delight" with commentary that is "both learned and engaging." Brian Stock highlights the introduction’s value for students and scholars alike, while Blake Dutton calls the text "a valuable resource" featuring insightful analysis. Overall, Foley’s work makes Augustine’s early theological reflections accessible to contemporary readers.

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ISBN: 9780300238556

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 August 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

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Translated by Michael P. Foley

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Michael P. Foley is associate professor of patristics at Baylor University. He is the author or editor of several books, including Frank Sheed’s translation of Augustine’s Confessions.

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