Augustine on Prayer from Catholic Book Publishing provides an excellent summary of Saint Augustine's extensive teachings on prayer. By Rev. Thomas A. Hand, O.S.A., this book explores St. Augustine's teachings on the role of prayer in the life of Christians. This Saint, known as a Doctor of the Church and considered a religious genius, incorporated lessons from his own life and misspent youth into his informative teachings. Augustine on Prayer is an important resource for all Catholics wishing to learn from this brilliant Saint.