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G K Chesterton
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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According to Chesterton, his goal in converting to Orthodoxy is to "attempt an explanation, not of whether the Christian faith can be believed, but of how he personally has come…
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In G.K. Chesterton's "Orthodoxy," on an incredible journey through faith, reason, and imagination. With his typical humor and intelligence, Chesterton convincingly argues traditional Christian ideas, revealing their intrinsic beauty and…
Father Brown, one of the most quirkily genial and lovable characters to emerge from English detective fiction, first made his appearance in The Innocence of Father Brown in 1911. That…
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Collected here in one volume are Gilbert K. Chesterton?s most influential works of fiction. Harold March the rising reviewer and social critic was walking vigorously across a great tableland of…
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Here are G. K. Chesterton's most influential non-fiction books collected here in one binding.In Orthodoxy Gilbert K. Chesterton explains how and why he came to believe in Christianity and more…
Each title features: - A complex critical portrait of one of the most influential writers in the world - An introductory essay by Harold Bloom.
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Maurice Evans
Originally published in 1939, this book was formed from the Le Bas Prize Essay for 1938. Given the relatively concise nature of the text, biographical exposition is avoided in favour…
Essayist G.K. Chesterton was a master. However, reading his essays is more than just an exercise in studying literature at its best; it is also a chance to come across…
Michael Coren
Coren’s book is indispensable for helping readers better understand the private side of Chesterton.
"The Ballad of St. Barbara and Other Verses" by Gilbert Keith Chesterton is a poetic collection that showcases the wit, wisdom, and imaginative prowess of the renowned English writer and…
Chesterton demonstrates in The Everlasting Man, a funny defence of Christianity that inspired C.S. Lewis, that once man is reduced to animal, history loses all meaning. The fact that man…
"The Defendant" by G. K. Chesterton is a set of essays that showcases the author's wit, humor, and profound observations on various subjects. Chesterton takes on various subjects, ranging from…
"The Uses of Diversity: A book of essays" by G.K. Chesterton offers insightful reflections across diverse subjects. Chesterton, a renowned essayist, presents a thought-provoking collection that delves into philosophy, society…
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…
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…
Here is the book that converted C. S. Lewis from atheism to Christianity. This history of mankind Christ and Christianity is to some extent a conscious rebuttal of H. G…
Harold March the rising reviewer and social critic was walking vigorously across a great tableland of moors and commons the horizon of which was fringed with the far-off woods of…
In The Man Who Was Thursday we are transported to a surreal turn-of-the-century London Gabriel Syme a poet is recruited to a secret anti-anarchist taskforce at Scotland Yard. Lucian Gregory…
In What's Wrong With The World Chesterton rightly points out that what people see as "wrong with the world" are only the symptoms of a deeper problem. He shows that…
Twelve Types, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its…
The Victorian Age in Literature, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made…
Varied Types, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its…
G. K. Chesterton wrote "The Everlasting Man" as a Christian apologetics work. It is a rebuttal to H. G. Wells' "The Outline of History," which questions Wells' representations of human…
Immerse yourself in the timeless wit and wisdom of G.K. Chesterton with this exquisite compilation of Wine, Water and Song and Poems. Celebrating the ordinary and the divine, Chesterton's verses…
The Trees of Pride, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts…
Tremendous Trifles, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its…
St. Francis of Assisi, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts…
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…
In this work, G.K Chesterton brings his unique perspective to the life of St. Francis, blending historical facts with his own reflections.It contributed to the understanding and appreciation of St…
In The Ballad of the White Horse, G.K. Chesterton masterfully weaves an epic tale of King Alfred's struggle against Viking invaders, blending history with myth. With vivid imagery and stirring…
Dive into the intriguing world of mystery and morality with G.K. Chesterton's The Innocence of Father Brown. Follow the unassuming yet astute parish priest as he unravels perplexing crimes with…
Embark on a riveting journey into the enigmatic world of G.K. Chesterton's The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare. Filled with intrigue, mystery and philosophical depth, this timeless masterpiece follows…
Delve into the timeless wit and wisdom of G.K. Chesterton as he fearlessly dissects the societal maladies plaguing our modern world. With incisive analysis and unmatched eloquence, What's Wrong with…
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 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…
