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G.K.Chesterton (1874-1936), was one of the great Catholic writers
of the twentieth century. He brought a distinctive Catholic
perspective to scores of books and articles - even to the genre of
detective novels in the famous Father Brown mysteries. As this
collection shows, Chestertons writing contains a spiritual
dimension. In his ability to combine matters of great seriousness
with great humour the contours of his distinctive and "paradoxical"
spirituality emerge.
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Love and Freindship
Jane Austen; Introduction by G. K. Chesterton
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Jane Austen, one of the nation’s most beloved authors, whose face
adorns our currency, surely needs no introduction, but while many
are familiar with her groundbreaking novels, and despite lending
its name to a film adaptation of Lady Susan in 2016, her burlesque
Love and Freindship is an unjustly neglected gem of satirical
comedy. Written when she was still in her teens, Love and
Freindship is a fascinating, light-hearted epistolary work that
shows Austen’s wit developing into the satirical prowess she is
remembered for, and casts the novels with which her name is so
associated in a new light.
Part spiritual autobiography, part apologetics, Orthodoxy is G.K.
Chesterton's account of his own journey to faith. Chesterton didn't
set out to write a defense of Christian thought, instead he hoped
to recount how he personally came to faith. However, in doing so,
he penned one of the great classics of Christian writing, a book
that has influenced countless people and continues to speak
compellingly to our modern day. Chesterton writes about his journey
of faith with wit, charm, and a razor-sharp intellect, undermining
casual assumptions and lazy speculations in a relentless search for
truth and meaning. Orthodoxy is the latest title in the Essential
Wisdom Library, a series of books that seeks to bring spiritual
wisdom - both modern and ancient - to today's readers. Featuring a
foreword by Jon Sweeney, this new edition of the classic text is a
must read for seekers and believers alike.
The beloved fictional detective Father Brown solves 12 of his most puzzling cases in this copiously annotated edition. This first collection of Father Brown mysteries, widely considered the author's best, includes "The Blue Cross" "The Hammer of God," "The Eye of Apollo" and more.
In a culture that prizes keeping one's options open, making
commitments offers something more valuable. The consumerism and
instant gratification of "liquid modernity" feed a general
reluctance to make commitments, a refusal to be pinned down for the
long term. Consider the decline of three forms of commitment that
involve giving up options: marriage, military service, and monastic
life. Yet increasing numbers of people question whether
unprecedented freedom might be leading to less flourishing, not
more. They are dissatisfied with an atomized way of life that
offers endless choices of goods, services, and experiences but
undermines ties of solidarity and mutuality. They yearn for more
heroic virtues, more sacrificial commitments, more comprehensive
visions of the individual and common good. It turns out that the
American Founders were right: the Creator did endow us with an
unalienable right of liberty. But he has endowed us with something
else as well, a gift that is equally unalienable: desire for
unreserved commitment of all we have and are. Our liberty is given
us so that we in turn can freely dedicate ourselves to something
greater. Ultimately, to take a leap of commitment, even without
knowing where one will land, is the way to a happiness worth
everything. On this theme: - Lydia S. Dugdale asks what happened to
the Hippocratic Oath in modern medicine. - Caitrin Keiper looks at
competing vows in Victor Hugo's Les Miserables. - Kelsey Osgood, an
Orthodox Jew, asks why lifestyle discipline is admired in sports
but not religion. - Wendell Berry says being on the side of love
does not allow one to have enemies. - Phil Christman spoofs the New
York Times Vows column. - Andreas Knapp tells why he chose poverty.
- Norann Voll recounts the places a vow of obedience took her. -
Carino Hodder says chastity is for everyone, not just nuns. - Dori
Moody revisits her grandparents' broken but faithful marriage. -
Randall Gauger, a Bruderhof pastor, finds that lifelong vows make
faithfulness possible. - King-Ho Leung looks at vows, oaths,
promises, and covenants in the Bible. Also in the issue: - A young
Black pastor reads Clarence Jordan today. - Activists discuss the
pro-life movement after Roe and Dobbs. - Children learn from King
Arthur, Robin Hood, and the occasional cowboy. - Original poetry by
Ned Balbo - Reviews of Montgomery and Bikle's What Your Food Ate,
Mohsin Hamid's The Last White Man, and Bonnie Kristian's
Untrustworthy - A profile of Sadhu Sundar Singh Plough Quarterly
features stories, ideas, and culture for people eager to apply
their faith to the challenges we face. Each issue includes in-depth
articles, interviews, poetry, book reviews, and art.
G.K. Chesterton delivers insightful commentary on modern behavior
and social practices influenced by big business, gender roles,
government and other notable figures throughout his lifetime. The
book is inspired by his own personal beliefs regarding faith,
family and the working man. What's Wrong with the World is a
critical analysis of various topics covered by acclaimed writer
G.K. Chesterton. He tackles contemporary ideals that dominate
society and dictate culture. This book compiles Chesterton's most
prominent beliefs about the dangers of consumerism and a social
hierarchy that thrives on oppression. It's an indictment of what he
considers the world's most undeniable ills. G.K. Chesterton was a
principled man with old fashioned values. His personal views shaped
his literary work as well as his opinion of others. His catalog is
full of essays offering distinct commentary with an indelible
writing style. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of What's Wrong with the World is
both modern and readable.
Tremendous Trifles is comprised of 39 chapters, each functioning as
their own essay or story. With whimsical, light-hearted prose,
vivid figurative language, and unparalleled insight, Chesterton
covers a variety of philosophical principles of everyday life.
Chesterton often used ordinary events and objects to explain deeper
matters. Using relatable and accessible examples, Tremendous
Trifles also test biases and preconceived ideas, specifically in
the cases of fairy tales and folk lore. Stories of these genres are
passed down from generation to generation, changed each time they
are told, yet usually framed more optimistically than the original
tale. Chesterton encourages readers to question this, and examine
the implications the example may have on the other stories they
hear. Accompanying the suggestion to recognize bias, the importance
of one's point of view is also examined. In Tremendous Trifles,
Chesterton uses a metaphor to explain perspective. There are only
two ways to see the world-either as a giant, or as a nymph. One
sees all the wonders of the world as a speck of dust, the other is
in awe of a single blade of grass. While advocating for seeing the
beauty in simple, everyday encounters, Tremendous Trifles raises
thought-provoking questions and advises that sometimes a better
life is just a change of perspective away. Containing both essays
of importance and intrigue and stories of silly nature, Tremendous
Trifles is the perfect combination of excitement and understanding.
Written in a conversational and intimate format, Tremendous Trifles
by G.K Chesterton is a collection of essays and stories that
features philosophical theories of happiness, perspective, and
narratives. Described as thought-provoking and humorous, Tremendous
Trifles educates without the use intimidating or exclusive advice.
While celebrating simplicity and encouraging people to find joy in
the mundane, Tremendous Trifles uncovers truths about humankind
that have remained relevant to modern audiences. This edition of
Tremendous Trifles by G.K Chesterton is now presented in an
easy-to-read font and features a striking new cover design. With
these accommodations, Tremendous Trifles is restored to modern
standards while preserving its original ingenuity.
G.K. Chesterton delivers insightful commentary on modern behavior
and social practices influenced by big business, gender roles,
government and other notable figures throughout his lifetime. The
book is inspired by his own personal beliefs regarding faith,
family and the working man. What’s Wrong with the World is a
critical analysis of various topics covered by acclaimed writer
G.K. Chesterton. He tackles contemporary ideals that dominate
society and dictate culture. This book compiles Chesterton’s most
prominent beliefs about the dangers of consumerism and a social
hierarchy that thrives on oppression. It’s an indictment of what
he considers the world’s most undeniable ills. G.K. Chesterton
was a principled man with old fashioned values. His personal views
shaped his literary work as well as his opinion of others. His
catalog is full of essays offering distinct commentary with an
indelible writing style. With an eye-catching new cover, and
professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of What’s Wrong
with the World is both modern and readable.
A police officer infiltrates an underground anarchist group and
earns the name Thursday, becoming a vital part of an assassination
plot that has drastic consequences. Unbeknownst to him, the officer
is being pulled into a much bigger scheme. Gabriel Syme is a part
of Scotland Yard's secret police task force. He attends a party
where he meets Lucian Gregory, a poet who's sympathetic to the
anarchist cause. Gregory takes Syme to the meeting of an anarchy
council where he's introduced to men with similar beliefs. To
protect their identities, they're each given code names inspired by
a day of the week. Syme becomes Thursday and works as an active
participant in an assassination plot. The group's plan takes a
surprising turn when a secret is uncovered, exposing not only Syme,
but a greater deception. The Man Who Was Thursday is a clever
thriller full of twists and shocking turns. Chesterton's
storytelling keeps the reader of their toes, making for an engaged
and exciting experience. The story provides commentary of
revolutionary politics, identity and the innate desire for
community. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of The Man Who Was Thursday is
both modern and readable.
The Christmas season is one of comfort and joy, sparkling lights and steam rising from cups of mulled wine at frosty carol services. A season of goodwill to all men, as families and friends come together to forget their differences and celebrate the year together.
Unless, of course, you happen to be harbouring a grudge. Or hiding a guilty secret. Or you want something so much you just have to have it - whatever the cost. In A Very Murderous Christmas, ten of the best classic crime writers come together to unleash festive havoc, with murder, mayhem and twists aplenty.
Following Murder on Christmas Eve and Murder under the Christmas Tree, this is the perfect accompaniment to a mince pie and a roaring fire. Just make sure you're really, truly alone ...
It's the middle of summer. On Cornish sea-fronts, happy children grip melting ice-creams. In the south of France, sunlight filters through leaves as families picnic in the shade. And in the fashionable resorts of the Mediterranean, the beautiful people sun themselves on picture-postcard beaches.
And in those long, hot summer nights ... murder walks abroad. Away from familiar surroundings, and as the temperature rises, old grudges come to the surface, new hatreds reach boiling point - and clever minds start to make dangerous plans. These ten classic mysteries, from some of the finest crime writers, prove that no matter where you travel to - there's no rest for the wicked.
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false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Journalist, novelist,
poet, artist and art critic, essayist, theologian, propagandist,
philosopher, and creator of the wily old Father Brown - G. K
Chesterton is one of the most beguiling authors of the early
twentieth century. When asked to perform a lecture tour in 1921,
Chesterton was in a slump of depression. He had recently lost his
brother to the First World War and his wavering faith in the face
of the horrors of the conflict only intensified his malaise. "What
I Saw in America" tells us as much about the author and his
particular views as it does about his destination. Indeed,
Chesterton's personalised observations - his aversion to
imperialism, capitalism, Anglo-Americanism and his commitment to
democracy and fraternity - are distinguished by the piercing wit
for which he is famed.
Many of Chesterton's reflections are timeless and startlingly
prescient. He was highly critical of both the naive immigration
policies and the grinding dehumanisation brought about by the
growth of the economy. Nonetheless, he was enthralled by the
glorious ideals of the nation - founded on principles of equality,
democracy and freedom - even if the essence of these ideals had
been lost somewhere along the way. "What I Saw in America" ranks
among the finest of Chesterton's works, containing all of the
author's virtues and vices: his wry humour, sympathy and
intelligence playing devilishly against an irrepressible
mischievousness.
Father Brown is an insightful sleuth who travels far and wide to
solve a new set of mysteries that require his unique skills and
wisdom. This selection of short stories also includes a variety of
locales from Italy to Cornwall and everywhere in between. Once
again, Father Brown has found himself at the center of the action.
The Wisdom of Father Brown is the follow-up to G.K. Chesterton's
first entry, The Innocence of Father Brown. The sequel builds upon
the growing popularity of the amateur detective whose unusual
methods deliver positive results. This collection of stories
includes "The Man in the Passage," "The Head of Caesar," and "The
Perishing of the Pendragons." Each tale is an exhilarating read
full of twists, turns and welcome surprises. The Wisdom of Father
Brown is the second installment in the famous line of detective
stories. The beloved title character is a fixture in the genre
spawning television shows and film adaptations. The Wisdom of
Father Brown is a delightful addition to its enduring legacy. With
an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of The Wisdom of Father Brown is both modern and
readable.
Originally published in 1911, The Innocence of Father Brown is the
first of five official collections of short stories focused on the
crime-solving Roman Catholic. He is an endearing character often
compared to another famous detective, Sherlock Holmes. Father Brown
is a devout Roman Catholic priest who has a penchant for detective
work. He first appears in the short story, "The Blue Cross," which
was previously published in 1910 in the Saturday Evening Post.
Father Brown stumbles across unusual cases that require his
distinct reasoning and deduction skills. He's often described as a
short man with a stocky figure who can see into the heart of evil.
His first outing, The Innocence of Father Brown, features 12
stories including "The Hammer of God," "The Invisible Man" and "The
Sins of Prince Saradine." The Innocence of Father Brown is the
inaugural edition of G.K. Chesterton's delightful detective series.
It consists of many famous cases and characters including frequent
collaborator, Hercule Flambeau. This book is a great introduction
to these delightful stories that are fueled by heart and humanity.
With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset
manuscript, this edition of The Innocence of Father Brown is both
modern and readable.
Originally published in 1911, The Innocence of Father Brown is the
first of five official collections of short stories focused on the
crime-solving Roman Catholic. He is an endearing character often
compared to another famous detective, Sherlock Holmes. Father Brown
is a devout Roman Catholic priest who has a penchant for detective
work. He first appears in the short story, “The Blue Cross,”
which was previously published in 1910 in the Saturday Evening
Post. Father Brown stumbles across unusual cases that require his
distinct reasoning and deduction skills. He’s often described as
a short man with a stocky figure who can see into the heart of
evil. His first outing, The Innocence of Father Brown, features 12
stories including “The Hammer of God,” “The Invisible Man”
and "The Sins of Prince Saradine." The Innocence of Father Brown is
the inaugural edition of G.K. Chesterton’s delightful detective
series. It consists of many famous cases and characters including
frequent collaborator, Hercule Flambeau. This book is a great
introduction to these delightful stories that are fueled by heart
and humanity. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of The Innocence of Father Brown
is both modern and readable.
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