G. K. Chesterton
G. K. Chesterton was an English writer, philosopher, and theologian, known for his sharp wit and engaging prose. Born in 1874 in London, he became a prominent literary figure in the early 20th century, contributing to a vast array of genres including fiction, poetry, and essays. Chesterton's most famous works include the beloved detective stories featuring Father Brown, a character whose moral insights and unassuming nature have captivated readers for generations. His ability to tackle profound philosophical questions with humor and clarity makes his writing both thought-provoking and accessible.
Beyond his fiction, Chesterton was a passionate defender of Christianity and often engaged in debates about faith, society, and literature. His explorations of the human experience resonate deeply, inviting readers to reflect on their own beliefs and perceptions. If you're curious about his unique perspectives and storytelling style, take some time to dive into his works available in this app. There's a treasure trove of ideas waiting to be discovered, whether you're in the mood for a whimsical tale or a philosophical essay.
All Things Considered
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G. K. Chesterton
Another delightful and sharply pointed excursion into the topics of the day, and of this day as well, with Gilbert Keith Chesterton. These r…
The New Jerusalem
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The opinions expressed are not necessarily those of anyone involved in the production of this book, and are not the views of LibriVox.Dale A…
Manalive
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The flying blast struck London just where it scales the northern heights, terrace above terrace, as precipitous as Edinburgh. It was round a…
Miscellaneous Essays of G. K. Chesterton
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These eleven files are miscellaneous short essays or stories from G.K. Chesterton. They were chosen for not only their brevity but also for …
St. Francis of Assisi
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For Chesterton, Francis of Assisi is a great paradoxical figure, a man who loved women but vowed himself to chastity; an artist who loved th…
Charles Dickens
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G. K. Chesterton was a great admirer of Charles Dickens, and wrote a noted critique of Dickens' works expressing his opinion in his own inim…
St. Francis of Assisi
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In this brief but lively biography, G.K. Chesterton brings all his typical wit and insight into discussing Francis of Assisi. Francis is arg…
The Flying Inn
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The Flying Inn is a novel first published in 1914 by G.K. Chesterton. It is set in a future England where a bizarre form of "Progressiv…
Heretics
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"Heretics," a series of essays by Gilbert Keith Chesterton. First published in 1905. Chesterton had a sense of humor, had a sense …
Tremendous Trifles
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“None of us think enough of these things on which the eye rests. But don't let us let the eye rest. Why should the eye be so lazy? Let us ex…
Eugenics and Other Evils
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I think G.K. Chesterton explains his book rather well in his introduction, but it might help to start with a sense of the time in question. …
The Sign of the Broken Sword
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In the freezing English countryside, Father Brown leads Flambeau to the many monuments and shrines of the great General St. Claire. "S…
Utopia of Usurers
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“Now I have said again and again (and I shall continue to say again and again on all the most inappropriate occasions) that we must hit Capi…
The Crimes of England
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"Second, when telling such lies as may seem necessary to your international standing, do not tell the lies to the people who know the t…
The Defendant
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A collection of reprinted articles on a wide-range of subjects, all in the unique style of G. K. Chesterton. Using wit, paradox, and good hu…
George Bernard Shaw
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Chesterton and Shaw were famous friends and enjoyed their arguments and discussions. Although rarely in agreement, they both maintained good…
A Miscellany of Men
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Gilbert Keith Chesterton was among the world's most prolific writers who incorporated relentless logic, wonderful humor, and a clear view of…
The Appetite of Tyranny
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“Unless we are all mad, there is at the back of the most bewildering business a story: and if we are all mad, there is no such thing as madn…
The Ballad of the White Horse (Version 2)
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The Ballad of the White Horse is a poem by G K Chesterton about the idealized exploits of the Saxon King Alfred the Great, published in 1911…
Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens
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“These papers were originally published as prefaces to the separate books of Dickens in one of the most extensive of those cheap libraries o…