A Community of Character

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In one of the most influential works of Christian philosophy since Augustine, Stanley Hauerwas argues that the individual is not a self-made being but someone formed by the story and community to which they belong. A Community of Character challenges the modern belief in autonomous individuals and proposes that character is not a private possession but something shaped by the traditions, practices, and communities that surround us. Hauerwas calls for a return to the church as a formative community—not as an institution, but as a gathering whose story should shape the lives of its members. This has made the book a staple in philosophy and theology departments for decades. Whether you are interested in the philosophy of religion, community building, or the formation of character, this classic offers profound insights into what it means to belong. The EPUB edition is fully formatted for your e-reader, making this dense but accessible text accessible anywhere.

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