G. K Chesterton

Criminals beware—there is no eluding the extraordinary mind of Father Brown
Dr. Orion Hood is one of the eminent thinkers of his day, a psychologist whose expert opinion on human nature is sometimes sought by the police. Usually, he is called on to solve only the most spectacular crimes—a nobleman murdered, a diplomat poisoned—but today a more ordinary problem presents itself. An amiable little priest named Father Brown...

The classic British detective story that became the immortal Hitchcock film starring James Stewart—from the author of the Father Brown mysteries.
Horne Fisher is a skilled detective who always finds his man, but every solution comes with a catch: Exposing the crime will make things worse. Fisher’s greatest strength isn’t his Holmesian ability to deduce, but his knowledge of the dirty secrets of the ruling class, how...

Explore the thought-provoking ideas of G.K. Chesterton in Whats Wrong with the World, a powerful critique of modern society that remains as relevant today as when it was first written. Chesterton examines the issues of his timeinequality, education, politics, and family dynamicsthrough his sharp wit and deeply human perspective. With a unique blend of humor and insight, he challenges conventional wisdom and offers timeless reflections on the balance...

In 'Heretics', Chesterton starts from his belief that the most important thing about a person is their view of the universe, as this determines all else; and he decries the rationalist view for having no vision of ultimate good. Such failure of nerve is expressed in George Bernard Shaw's epigram: 'The golden rule is that there is no rule.' Taking on Ibsen, HG Wells, Kipling, Oscar Wilde and Nietzsche, Chesterton rails against 'the great mental

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Enter the paradoxical world of "Four Faultless Felons" by G.K. Chesterton, a collection that artfully weaves morality with mystery. Through the eyes of a skeptical narrator, we meet four intriguingly virtuous criminals, each guilty deed paradoxically concealed beneath noble intentions. As their tales unravel-ranging from self-sacrifice to justice-the lines blur between right and wrong. Chesterton, with his characteristic wit and insight, challenges...

Step into the whimsical and thought-provoking world of "The Napoleon of Notting Hill" by G. K. Chesterton. Set in a fantastical future London where monarchy is chosen by lottery, the story follows Auberon Quin, an eccentric king who turns the city into a patchwork of medieval-style city-states. When Adam Wayne, the passionate and idealistic Provost of Notting Hill, takes his local patriotism to fervent heights, humor and conflict abound. Chesterton's...

Aristide Valentin, head of the Paris Police, is on the trail of the ingenious criminal and master of disguise, Flambeau. Valentin suspects that Flambeau is going to London steal precious religious articles. While traveling to London, Valentin overhears Father Brown tell a lady that he is carrying the "Blue Cross," a sterling silver cross covered in precious blue stones. Valentin warns Father Brown that it is dangerous to tell anyone that he is

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Reporter Calhoun Kidd of the Western Sun is off to interview John Boulnois, a philisopher, at his home, Grey Cottage at the edge of Pendragon Park. But he comes across a murder, but who is the guilty party. Father Brown investigates. "Mr. Calhoun Kiddwas a very young gentleman with a very old face, a face dried up with its own eagerness, framed in blue-black hair and a black butterfly tie. He was the emissary in England of the colossal American daily...

The circus brings death to Kembleford when a clown is murdered. Father Brown must determine who the killer is and why a parishioner has agreed to marry the sinister wizard Welkin.

"Christmas and Other Stories" by G. K. Chesterton is a delightful collection that delves into the spirit of the holiday season through a series of thought-provoking and heartwarming tales. With Chesterton's signature wit and keen insight, each story explores themes of faith, joy, and human nature. From festive gatherings to reflective moments, the narratives capture the essence of Christmas and its impact on individuals and communities. This compilation...