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Knight of the Holy Ghost

A Short History of G. K. Chesterton

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Product Code:
KHGP
Format:
Paperback
ISBN/UPC:
9780999375648
Length:
0.5 (in)
Size (HxW):
8 x 5.2 (in)
Pages:
208
Publication date:
November 20, 2018
Weight:
9 oz
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Who was Gilbert Keith Chesterton? A rotund man in a cape brandishing a walking stick? Certainly. A twentieth-century writer? Prolifically. A great champion and defender of the Christian Faith? Gallantly. He is known too as the "prince of paradox" and an "apostle of common sense." Chesterton has lately been enjoying a resurgence in popularity. His name appears on blog posts and news articles alike. His name is spoken more often on college campuses, and schools around the United States are being named after him.

Who was this engaging, witty, prophetic man? Allow Dale Ahlquist, the president of the American Chesterton Society, to introduce you to him. In a rollicking adventure quite Chestertonian in flavor, Ahlquist captains an expedition of discovery into who this GKC fellow is. He deftly and cleverly explores Chesterton as a man, as a writer, and as a potential saint.

Those curious about Chesterton will have their initial questions answered. Those who might be dubious about Chesterton's reputation will be challenged to reconsider. Those who consider Chesterton an old friend will be delighted. All will be engaged by amusing anecdotes, plentiful quotations, and a thoughtful study of the life of G. K. Chesterton.

Editorial Reviews

"Dale Ahlquist is probably the greatest living authority on the life and work of G. K. Chesterton. As such, nobody is better qualified to offer a concise and illuminating overview of Chesterton's important contribution to contemporary faith and culture."
— Joseph Pearce, Author of Wisdom and Innocence: A Life of G. K. Chesterton

"Ahlquist on Chesterton is like Plato on Socrates, or Boswell on Johnson."
New Oxford Review

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  • 5
    It's a wonderful life

    Posted by Charlie Schmidt on Jan 17th 2019

    It’s a wonderful life Dale Ahlquist’s history of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, Knight of the Holy Ghost, is an excellent portrait of the man and what he stood for. There is a short biography of Chesterton, followed by a chapter that reviews some of his most memorable books, and a final section discussing the difference that Chesterton made to the world. Ahlquist demonstrates that Chesterton was a good man who gave the world common sense and wisdom – two things it desperately needed and still needs. This book is full of memorable and profound insights, such as these Chesterton quotes and insights: “We men and women are all in the same boat in a stormy sea, and we owe each other a terrible loyalty.” G K Chesterton was truly a hero of virtue, a noble knight who was faithful in his quest to serve God and his fellow man. The world badly needs more heroes. So read this inspiring, true story and join the crusade against sin and suffering.