The Everlasting Man - Softcover

Chesterton, Gilbert K.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 160459246X ISBN 13: 9781604592467

Publisher: Wilder Publications, 2008

Synopsis

Here is the book that converted C. S. Lewis from atheism to Christianity. This history of mankind, Christ, and Christianity is to some extent a conscious rebuttal of H. G. Wells' Outline of History, which embraced both the evolutionary origins of humanity and the mortal humanity of Jesus. Whereas Orthodoxy detailed Chesterton's own spiritual journey, this book illustrates the spiritual journey of humanity, or at least of Western civilization. A book for both mind and spirit.

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About the Author

G. K. Chesterton (1874-1936) was one of the most influential English writers of the twentieth century, celebrated for his essays, literary criticism, philosophy, fiction, poetry, and Christian apologetics. Born in London, Chesterton developed a reputation as a brilliant conversationalist and a writer whose work combined humor, paradox, and deep intellectual insight. His ability to make complex philosophical and religious ideas accessible helped make him one of the most widely read thinkers of his era.Chesterton wrote more than eighty books across a remarkably broad range of subjects. His fictional creation Father Brown, the humble yet brilliant detective, remains one of the great figures of classic mystery literature. Among his most influential nonfiction works are Orthodoxy, Heretics, and The Everlasting Man, books that established his reputation as one of the twentieth century's most distinctive defenders of Christian thought.Known for his sharp wit, imaginative approach, and ability to challenge conventional assumptions, Chesterton influenced writers, philosophers, and theologians around the world. His works continue to be studied for their insights into faith, culture, politics, literature, and the enduring questions of human existence.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wilder Publications
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 160459246X
• ISBN 13: 9781604592467
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 180