The City of God, Volume I
The City of God is Augustine's answer to the shock of 410, when the Goths sacked Rome and pagans blamed the disaster on the abandonment of the old gods. Begun in 413, the work grew over more than a decade into twenty-two books. This first volume contains the opening ten, in which Augustine argues that Rome's calamities were not caused by Christianity, examines the moral record of the Roman gods and their worship, and takes apart the philosophies of Varro and the Platonists before turning to the deeper contrast that organizes the whole: two cities, one built on love of self, the other on love of God. The tone is combative, learned, and often unexpectedly personal. It is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, with the first chapter free.
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Frequently asked questions about The City of God, Volume I
The City of God, Volume I by Saint Augustine can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
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Is The City of God, Volume I in the public domain?
Yes. The City of God, Volume I by Saint Augustine is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The City of God, Volume I?
About 15 h 26 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The City of God, Volume I?
The City of God, Volume I by Saint Augustine is filed under "Religion & Mythology" in the Vinteuil library.
