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Miller's Introduction to Lasch
- Eric Miller's interest in Christopher Lasch stemmed from a personal political crisis and Lasch's unique blend of history and social criticism.
- Lasch's writing challenged Miller intellectually, shaping his academic trajectory and leading him to write Lasch's biography.
Lasch as a Writer
- Lasch viewed himself primarily as a writer concerned with the relationship between the individual and society.
- Augustine's influence on Lasch is evident in his focus on self in relation to the world.
Lasch and Augustine
- Raised in a secular home, Lasch was captivated by Augustine's intellect while studying at Harvard.
- Despite disagreeing with Augustine's theology, Lasch admired his writing style and anthropological insights.