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Books : Religion & Spirituality : Christianity : Authors, A-Z : ( C ) : Chesterton, G. K.
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Introduction and notes by John Peterson
G.K. Chesterton, one of the most prolific writers of the 20th century, is most famous for a series of mystery stories and novelettes that feature the Roman Catholic priest, Fr. Brown. The stories have proved to be enduringly popular, containing profound observations of the world, human character, philosophy, morality and religion.
John Peterson, the editor of Father Brown of the Church of Rome, takes the reader through this group of stories, giving valuable annotations as well as an introduction that gives a fascinating look at Chesterton s detective fiction. Fans of Father Brown and Chesterton will be delighted by this latest volume in the Collected Works.
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In cooperation with the Lilly Library of Indiana University, the BSI presents 19 unpublished illustrations of the Sherlock Holmes stories made by Gilbert Keith (G. K.) Chesterton (1874–1936), the great English artist, poet, theologian, journalist, critic, essayist, author, and creator of “Father Brown.” Commissioned for a never-published edition of the Canon, the illustrations lay for years virtually unknown in the Lilly Library Collection. Edited and introduced by Steven Doyle, BSI, the volume includes appreciations of Chesterton by Dale Ahlquist and Pasquale Accardo, BSI, an essay on the illustrations by Scott Bond, BSI, and Chesterton’s own splendid essays on Holmes and detective fiction.
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An engaging work sure to appeal to both scholars and students for the depth of its thought and the freshness of its claims, this is a two-part book by one of the 20th century's greatest writers. The first part is a coherent analysis of the theory, effects, and claims of capitalism. The second is a lengthy collection of articles from Chesterton's vast journalistic output. The author challenges the fundamental tenets of capitalism without favoring socialism or Marxism by providing a philosophical analysis of the pitfalls, drawbacks, and falsehoods regarding capitalism and its inevitability. This is must reading for any serious investigation into anti-capitalist thought. It is also an exemplary text of how Christian principles and thinking apply to the socioeconomic world.
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"There is no better critic of Dickens living then Mr. Chesterton," T. S. Eliot declared; Chesterton's prefaces to Dickens's work, written for Everyman's Library between 1907 and 1911, contain some of his most vivid and penetrating criticism. These twenty-three essays are a landmark in Dickens criticism and provide lively exposition of Chesterton's own views and beliefs about literature, politics, and religion in Victorian and Edwardian England.
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Long satiric essay. According to Wikipedia: "Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874 - 1936) was an influential English writer of the early 20th century. His prolific and diverse output included journalism, philosophy, poetry, biography, Christian apologetics, fantasy and detective fiction. Chesterton has been called the "prince of paradox."[1] He wrote in an off-hand, whimsical prose studded with startling formulations. For example: "Thieves respect property. They merely wish the property to become their property that they may more perfectly respect it."[2] He is one of the few Christian thinkers who are equally admired and quoted by both liberal and conservative Christians, and indeed by many non-Christians. Chesterton's own theological and political views were far too nuanced to fit comfortably under the "liberal" or "conservative" banner."
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This popular series of readers has now been completely revised and updated, using a new syllabus and new word structure lists. Readability has been ensured by means of specially designed computer software. Words that are above level but essential to the story are explained within the text, illustrated, and then reused for maximum reinforcement.
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A debate between the critic and George Bernard Shaw, with Hilaire Belloc serving as moderator. Divergent viewpoints on the subject of Socialism versus Individualism are here set forth with all the dexterity and dash which one would expect from two such eminent personalities.
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