The provided text is an excerpt from Paul Strathern's Thomas Aquinas in 90 Minutes, a concise biography within a series exploring prominent philosophers. It details Aquinas's life, focusing on his education, Dominican order membership, and intellectual contributions. The book highlights Aquinas's synthesis of Aristotelian philosophy and Christian theology, examining his arguments for God's existence and his impact on medieval and later thought. The excerpt also includes excerpts from Aquinas's writings, a chronology of his life, and a suggested reading list. Finally, it places Aquinas's work within the broader context of medieval and early modern philosophy.