Collins Classics Confessions by Saint Augustine

📖 About the Book Written in the fourth century A.D. and widely regarded as the first Western autobiography ever written, Confessions is Saint Augustine of Hippo’s deeply candid, prayerful account of his restless youth, spiritual doubts, and dramatic conversion to Christianity. Addressing God directly, Augustine reflects on his struggles with temptation, the enduring prayers of his mother (Saint Monica), and profound philosophical questions about memory, time, and grace—making this timeless classic as moving and relatable today as it was over 1,600 years ago. ⭐ Ratings & Reviews * Goodreads: 4.02 / 5 stars (80,600+ ratings, 5,600+ reviews) * Amazon: 4.7 / 5 stars (across major paperback editions) ✍️ Endorsed & Praised By * John Wesley (Theologian & founder of Methodism): Frequently quoted Confessions across his works—especially Augustine’s iconic line, "Thou hast made us for thyself, and our heart is restless until it rests in thee"—to anchor his teachings on spiritual peace and grace. * Literary & Theological Legacy: Revered across Catholic, Protestant, and philosophical traditions as one of the most influential works of Latin literature and Christian thought ever written. 📚 Genre Classics / Philosophy / Theology & Religion / Christian Living / Biography & Memoir / Non-Fiction 💡 If you liked these titles, you'll love this: * Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis * The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis * The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer * Orthodoxy by G.K. Chesterton * The Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius 🔍 Tags / Keywords: Confessions Saint Augustine, St Augustine of Hippo, Collins Classics, Christian classics PH, theology books, philosophy books, Catholic books Philippines, classic literature, preloved books Philippines, preloved books Makati 📦 Condition & Logistics * Condition: Preloved – Good condition (clean pages, intact spine; see photos of page edges and covers for actual condition) * Location: Makati * Shipping / Meetup: Same-day delivery via Grab/Lalamove (buyer shoulders fee), J&T Express nationwide (scheduled shipping on Sunday), or Makati meetup