The Ball and the Cross is a novel by G.K. Chesterton, first published in 1909. The story centers around two main characters: Evan MacIan, a devout Catholic and Angus MacAulay, an atheist. The two men meet by chance and engage in a heated debate about religion, which ultimately leads to a physical fight. The fight is interrupted when they are both...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.
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The Ball and the Cross is a novel by G.K. Chesterton, first published in 1909. The story centers around two main characters: Evan MacIan, a devout Catholic and Angus MacAulay, an atheist. The two men meet by chance and engage in a heated debate about religion, which ultimately leads to a physical fight. The fight is interrupted when they are both arrested, and they end up sharing a cell together. During their time in prison, they continue their debate and also reflect on their own lives and beliefs. The story explores the themes of faith, reason, and the nature of God and the universe. The novel is a blend of comedy, satire, and philosophy, and it's considered one of Chesterton's most ambitious works. It also reflects Chesterton's own personal beliefs and his views on the importance of religion in society.
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