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  • Orthodoxy - The Original Classic Edition

    by Chesterton G ...
    Entertaining, humorous, intelligent, and full of surprises: Portly, fun loving, witty G.K. Chesterton decided to write this book as a companion volume to his book HERETICS. Since HERETICS had criticised contemporary philosophies, ORTHODOXY was written to present an alternative viewpoint, and is therefore both affirmative in tone and autobiographical in many places.A sampling of his chapter titles ... Read more

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  • The Man Who Knew Too Much - The Original Classic Edition

    by Chesterton G ...
    G.K. Chesterton was happy to do some spoofery of the deductive detective genre -- his detectives seemed to depend more on the knowledge of human nature. One good example is Horne Fisher, the star character who solves bizarre little mysteries because he knows too much... and all the wrong things.The first story opens with a reknowned book critic stumbling across a dead man with his head bashed on. ... Read more

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  • The Wisdom of Father Brown - The Original Classic Edition

    by Chesterton G ...
    In the genre of the finely crafted English detective story, Chestertons Father Brown stories are wholesome and stimulating detective tales surpassed by few others, except perhaps Doyles legendary Sherlock Holmes. In contrast to the arrogant Holmes, however, Chestertons protagonist is rather quiet, unassuming and modest, and makes an unlikely hero - a catholic priest. Father Browns simple manner ... Read more

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  • The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare - The Original Classic Edition

    by Chesterton G ...
    Kind of weird but worth it - Kingsley Amis (writer of the introduction) says that it was the most thrilling book he has ever read. Chesterton weaves together a combination detective story, wierd dream (Nightmare as he says on his cover page), and social commentary. Its certainly not an apologetic book (as C.S. Lewis said, one cant always be defending the faith, sometimes one has to encourage those ... Read more

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  • The Man Who Was Thursday

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Timeless Classic
    Gabriel Syme is recruited at Scotland Yard to a secret anti-anarchist police corps. Lucian Gregory, an anarchistic poet, lives in the suburb of Saffron Park. Syme meets him at a party and they debate the meaning of poetry. Gregory argues revolt is the basis of poetry. Syme demurs, insisting the essence of poetry is not revolution, but rather law. He antagonizes Gregory by asserting the most ... Read more

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  • The Blue Cross

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Father Brown
    "The Blue Cross" by G. K. Chesterton is a riveting story that introduces the brilliant and unassuming detective, Father Brown. When the invaluable Blue Cross, a symbol of faith, is stolen by the cunning master thief Flambeau, astute Detective Valentin is hot on his trail. However, it is Father Brown's keen insight into human nature and deep understanding of moral truths that ultimately outwits ... Read more

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  • Christmas and Other Stories

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Christmas Books
    "Christmas and Other Stories" by G. K. Chesterton is a delightful collection that delves into the spirit of the holiday season through a series of thought-provoking and heartwarming tales. With Chesterton's signature wit and keen insight, each story explores themes of faith, joy, and human nature. From festive gatherings to reflective moments, the narratives capture the essence of Christmas and ... Read more

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  • The Flying Inn

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Timeless Classic
    Set in a future England where the Temperance movement has allowed a bizarre form of Progressive Islam to dominate the political and social life of the country. Because of this, alcohol sales to the poor are effectively prohibited, while the rich can get alcoholic drinks under a medical certificate. ... Read more

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  • The Innocence of Father Brown

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Father Brown
    In "The Innocence of Father Brown" by G. K. Chesterton, enter a world where a humble Catholic priest unravels the most perplexing mysteries with profound insight and keen intellect. Father Brown, unassuming yet astute, employs his deep understanding of human nature to solve crimes and uncover truths overlooked by others. Through twelve captivating stories, Chesterton presents a delightful blend of ... Read more

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  • Orthodoxy

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Christian Classics
    This book is meant to be a companion to Heretics, and to put the positive side in addition to the negative. Many critics complained of the book called Heretics because it merely criticised current philosophies without offering any alternative philosophy. This book is an attempt to answer the challenge. It is unavoidably affirmative and therefore unavoidably autobiographical. ... Read more

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  • The Return Of Don Quixote

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Timeless Classic
    A librarian in a small town is asked to play the part of a medieval king. He not only takes his role seriously by thoroughly researching the Middle Ages, when the play is concluded, he refuses to take off the costume. He remains in character, much to the surprise of the other actors. ... Read more

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  • Heretics

    by G. Chesterton ...
    Series series Christian Classics
    Chesterton describes his understanding of the words Orthodox and Heretic as they apply to, and have changed in, the modern period. Chesterton argues that in modernity, the word orthodoxy not only no longer means being right; it practically means being wrong. He continues to write that society no longer tolerates a man's life philosophy or religion, yet is increasingly absorbed in art for art’s ... Read more

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