Enrique's father is Augustine in The Education of Love. In the novel The Education of Love, Enrique's father is an unusual figure, and his name is Augustine. Augustine was a strict and conservative father. He was very strict about Enrique's education. I hope he will become a useful person. However, his education method is considered too harsh and indifferent, which is in sharp contrast with Enrique's mother Maria. Augustine's role in the novel is mainly to show Enrique's family environment and father-son conflict during his growth.