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G K Chesterton
Gilbert Keith Chesterton (29 May 1874 - 14 June 1936) was an English writer, philosopher, lay theologian, and literary and art critic. He has been referred to as the "prince…
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The Club of Queer Trades is a collection of stories by G. K. Chesterton first published in 1905. Each story in the collection is centered on a person who is…
Manalive (1912) is a book by G. K. Chesterton detailing a popular theme both in his own philosophy, and in Christianity, of the "holy fool", such as in Dostoevsky's The…
The Man Who Knew Too Much: And Other Stories (1922) is a book of detective stories by English writer G. K. Chesterton, published in 1922 by Cassell and Company in…
The Ball and the Cross is a novel by G. K. Chesterton. The title refers to a more worldly and rationalist worldview, represented by a ball or sphere, and the…
Heretics is a collection of 20 essays by G. K. Chesterton. While the loci of the chapters of Heretics are personalities, the topics he debates are as universal to the…
Orthodoxy (1908) is a book by G. K. Chesterton that has become a classic of Christian apologetics. Chesterton considered this book a companion to his other work, Heretics, writing it…
The Ballad of the White Horse is a poem by G. K. Chesterton about the idealised exploits of the Saxon King Alfred the Great, published in 1911. Written in ballad…
Father Brown is a fictional Roman Catholic priest and amateur detective who is featured in 53 short stories published between 1910 and 1936 written by English novelist G. K. Chesterton…
The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare is a 1908 novel by G. K. Chesterton. The book has been described as a metaphysical thriller. In Victorian-era London, Gabriel Syme is…
A Classic of Christian Apologetics
Chesterton presents a defense of traditional Christian beliefs in the face of modern skepticism and doubt. Through witty prose and imaginative metaphors, Chesterton argues that…
Embark on a timeless journey through the epochs of human history with G.K. Chesterton's The Everlasting Man. This profound exploration delves into the essence of humanity, challenging perceptions and illuminating…
Dive into the rich tapestry of Victorian literature with G.K. Chesterton as your guide. In this captivating two-volume exploration, Chesterton unveils the era's societal intricacies, moral dilemmas, and literary masterpieces…
Dive into the timeless wisdom of G.K. Chesterton with this two-volume collection featuring The Barbarism of Berlin and Utopia of Usurers and Other Essays. In these thought-provoking works, Chesterton dissects…
The Trees of Pride invites readers into a tale of familial pride and its repercussions as the aristocratic Wychwoods clash with the mysterious forces of nature embodied in ancient trees…
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In Heretics Gilbert K. Chesterton rails against what he sees as wrong with society. He points out how society has gone astray and how life and spiritually could be brought…
Dive into the captivating wit and wisdom of G.K. Chesterton in Alarms and Discursions. This collection of essays offers profound reflections on society, religion, and human nature, all delivered with…
Delve into the profound musings of G.K. Chesterton in The Uses of Diversity, a collection of essays that traverses the spectrum of human experience. From social commentary to theological reflection…
A Miscellany of Men by G.K. Chesterton invites readers on a journey through diverse characters and thought-provoking essays. With wit and wisdom, Chesterton explores topics ranging from politics to philosophy…
The Man Who Was Thursday by G.K. Chesterton is a genre-defying masterpiece centered on Gabriel Syme as he pursues members of an anarchists' society.
The Father Brown Series
A collection of short stories featuring the fictional detective-priest, Father Brown. Father Brown is a clever and unassuming clergyman with a deep understanding of human nature…
G. K. Chesterton's wild and whimsical debut novel, set in a future embattled London
London, 1984. Democracy has given up the ghost. England's ruler is randomly selected, and this year…
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In G.K. Chesterton's celebrated work, "Orthodoxy," readers embark on an intellectual odyssey navigating the realms between skepticism and belief. Through personal narratives and philosophical paradoxes, Chesterton artfully constructs a compelling…
Dive into the intellectual universe of G.K. Chesterton with this two-volume set of his classic books Orthodoxy and Heretics. In Orthodoxy, Chesterton delves into the essence of Christian faith, while…
Embark on an intellectual odyssey through the pages of G. K. Chesterton's profound work, "Heretics," a literary masterpiece that challenges conventional thought and confronts the prevailing ideologies of the early…
Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
Embark on a whimsical adventure with G.K. Chesterton's Manalive. Meet Innocent Smith, a peculiar yet endearing man whose zest for life turns a quiet boarding house upside down. Full of…
Dive into the gripping world of espionage and intrigue with G.K. Chesterton's The Man Who Knew Too Much. Follow Horne Fisher, a man with a knack for uncovering secrets, as…
Enter a world where absurdity meets profundity in G.K. Chesterton's The Napoleon of Notting Hill. Join protagonist Auberon Quin as he leads his neighborhood into uproarious rebellion against the mundane…
In The Defendant, G.K. Chesterton explores the enigmatic realms of human nature and society, offering witty and profound insights into the complexities of morality, justice and truth. With his characteristic…
In Orthodoxy, G.K. Chesterton speaks about his personal experience with orthodox Catholicism.
While its companion volume entitled Heretics analyzes the weaknesses and flaws of modern materialistic philosophies, Orthodoxy is an…
Discover the extraordinary life of Saint Francis of Assisi through G.K. Chesterton's insightful lens. In this captivating biography, Chesterton delves into the profound spirituality and revolutionary simplicity of the beloved…
In Manalive we follow the madcap adventure of Innocent Smith. Innocent Smith is a man who keeps the commandments but breaks all the conventions and while doing so he shows…
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