This book presents key selections of Cyril's writings in order to make his thought accessible to students. The writings are all freshly translated and an extended introduction outlines Cyril's life and times. '... Russsell's volume on Cyril of Alexandria is a fitting addition to The Early Church Fathers series ... All-in-all, a well-structured tool, full of sound information ... and translations which convey the quality of his work accurately and with sympathy.' - Wendy Meyer, Journal of Religious History'A balanced and approachable introduction to the work of a man whose thought was central to the shaping of the theology and piety of Eastern Christianity.' - Studies in World Christianity