Written in Latin, this ancient autobiography recounts Augustine's early life and his conversion to Christianity. It also includes wide-ranging philosophical speculation. No wonder, then, that it attracted Derrida.
Derrida even wrote a text inspired by the Confessions, called "Circumfession". Great title, if we do say so ourselves. But we were wondering:
- What else do Derrida and Augustine share, aside from the fact that both combine philosophy and autobiography?
- How is Augustine's meditation on his childhood like the one written by Jacques Derrida, that's included in Veils? How is it different?
Put those Deconstruction Hats (or stompin' boots) on, and have at it, Shmoopers.