Poems by G. K. Chesterton
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"Poems" by G. K. Chesterton is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. Chesterton explores a wide range of themes in this anthology, including war, love, religion, and the human condition, characterized by his distinctive wit and deep philosophical reflections. At the start of the collection, the author includes three dedications, setting a tone of friendship and shared struggles against despair and doubt. The initial poems reflect on youthful
innocence amidst the darkness of the world, and the dedication to Edmund Clerihew Bentley reflects on their shared memories of grappling with existential fears. These early verses establish Chesterton's earnest yet playful approach to complex themes, foreshadowing the intricate layers of thought and emotion that define the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936 |
|---|---|
| Title | Poems |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Ballade_of_Suicide |
| Credits | Produced by Marc D'Hooghe |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31184 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-31184-5 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1368 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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