Orthodoxy
by Gilbert Keith Chesterton
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An influential Christian author of the 20th century, G.K. Chesterton wrote
Orthodoxy as a defense of the Christian faith. Meant to be a companion to
Chesterton's Heretics, Orthodoxy constructs an "alternative philosophy" to the
philosophies of the time. Chesterton explains both why he believes that
Orthodox Christianity best explains human existence, and why he does not find
other philosophies convincing. However, in defending Christianity, Chesterton
does not avoid the paradox, wonder, or mystery of Christianity either. After
all Orthodoxy is--as the author himself notes--also a spiritual and
intellectual autobiography as well, with Chesterton providing illustrations and
examples from his own life. In fact, because of the autobiographical element,
many readers are pleasantly surprised by the wit and humor with which he
tackles the difficult subjects in Christianity. An important defense of
Christianity, G.K. Chesterton's Orthodoxy is a highly recommended, powerful,
and winsome book.
Tim Perrine CCEL Staff Writer
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About Gilbert Keith Chesterton
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Born: May 29, 1874, Kensington, London, England |
| Died: June 14, 1936, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, England | |
| Related topics: Authors, English, Biography, Brown, Father (Fictitious character), Chesterton, G. K.--1874-1936, Clergy | |
| Basic information: Gilbert Keith Chesterton, KC*SG (29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936) was an English writer. He published works on philosophy, ontology, poetry, plays, journalism, public lectures and debates, literary and art criticism, biography, Christian apologetics, and fiction, including fantasy and detective fiction. Chesterton has been called the "prince of paradox". | |
| Popular works: Orthodoxy, Heretics, Man Who Was Thursday, What's Wrong With the World, Everlasting Man |