"Alarms and Discursions" is a collection of essays written by the renowned G.K. Chesterton. These essays showcase Chesterton's brilliance as a writer, with clever metaphors and thought-provoking insights that will leave the reader pondering long after the book is closed. Chesterton's unique perspective on heaven as a place where little boys can...More
Gilbert Keith Chesterton (29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936) was an English writer, philosopher, lay theologian, and literary and art critic. He has been referred to as the "prince of paradox". Time magazine observed of his writing style: "Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories—first carefully turning them inside out." Chesterton wrote around 80 books, several hundred poems, some 200 short stories, 4,000 essays (mostly newspaper columns), and several plays. He was a literary and social critic, historian, playwright, novelist, Catholic theologian and apologist, debater, and mystery writer.
Gilbert Keith Chesterton (29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936) was an English writer, philosopher, lay theologian, and literary and art critic. He has been referred to as the "prince of paradox". Time magazine observed of his writing style: "Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories—first carefully turning them inside out." Chesterton wrote around 80 books, several hundred poems, some 200 short stories, 4,000 essays (mostly newspaper columns), and several plays. He was a literary and social critic, historian, playwright, novelist, Catholic theologian and apologist, debater, and mystery writer.
Book Summary
"Alarms and Discursions" is a collection of essays written by the renowned G.K. Chesterton. These essays showcase Chesterton's brilliance as a writer, with clever metaphors and thought-provoking insights that will leave the reader pondering long after the book is closed. Chesterton's unique perspective on heaven as a place where little boys can fight constantly and roughly for fun without getting hurt is particularly striking. He also offers insightful critiques of modern art and literature. Chesterton's deep concern for humanity is evident throughout the book, making it a warm and engaging read. The essays are a treasure trove of literary gems, with clever wordplay and a whimsical thread running throughout. Overall, "Alarms and Discursions" provides a fresh and enjoyable perspective on the world and is a must-read for any Chesterton fan.
G. k. Chesterton
