9788028335137 - The Ball and the Cross: An Edwardian Satire of Faith, Atheism, and Metaphysical Adventure di Chesterton, G. K. (4 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. The Ball and the Cross | G. K. Chesterton | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2023 | Sharp Ink | EAN 9788028335137 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The Ball and the Cross is one of G. K. Chesterton's most exuberant philosophical romances, a comic adventure built around the improbable duel between Evan MacIan, a fierce Highland Catholic, and James Turnbull, a militant atheist editor. First published in the Edwardian period, the novel mingles fantasy, farce, theological debate, and picaresque pursuit, turning argument into action. Its style is paradoxical, aphoristic, and theatrically energetic, placing it within Chesterton's larger project of defending wonder, conviction, and spiritual seriousness against the flattening habits of modern rationalism. Chesterton, already renowned as an essayist, journalist, controversialist, and Christian apologist, wrote from within the intellectual ferment of early twentieth-century Britain, where secularism, materialism, and institutional complacency were vigorously debated. His own temperament-delighting in paradox, public controversy, and the moral imagination-shapes the novel's unusual premise. Though Chesterton had not yet entered the Catholic Church when it appeared, the book anticipates many of his later religious preoccupations. Readers interested in fiction that treats ideas not as abstractions but as living forces will find The Ball and the Cross especially rewarding. It is recommended to admirers of satirical fantasy, theological disputation, and literary works in which comedy and metaphysics become inseparable. 128 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -The Ball and the Cross is one of G. K. Chesterton's most exuberant philosophical romances, a comic adventure built around the improbable duel between Evan MacIan, a fierce Highland Catholic, and James Turnbull, a militant atheist editor. First published in the Edwardian period, the novel mingles fantasy, farce, theological debate, and picaresque pursuit, turning argument into action. Its style is paradoxical, aphoristic, and theatrically energetic, placing it within Chesterton's larger project of defending wonder, conviction, and spiritual seriousness against the flattening habits of modern rationalism. Chesterton, already renowned as an essayist, journalist, controversialist, and Christian apologist, wrote from within the intellectual ferment of early twentieth-century Britain, where secularism, materialism, and institutional complacency were vigorously debated. His own temperament-delighting in paradox, public controversy, and the moral imagination-shapes the novel's unusual premise. Though Chesterton had not yet entered the Catholic Church when it appeared, the book anticipates many of his later religious preoccupations. Readers interested in fiction that treats ideas not as abstractions but as living forces will find The Ball and the Cross especially rewarding. It is recommended to admirers of satirical fantasy, theological disputation, and literary works in which comedy and metaphysics become inseparable.Copycat s.r.o., Schnirchova 662/22, Holesovice, 170 00 Prague 128 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In his novel 'The Ball and the Cross,' G. K. Chesterton weaves a compelling narrative that explores the clash between faith and skepticism, encapsulated in the spirited dichotomy between a devout Catholic and an ardent atheist. Written in the early 20th century, the book features Chesterton's characteristic wit and rich, philosophical dialogue, underscored by a surrealistic plot that combines elements of adventure and metaphysical inquiry. The story revolves around the protagonists' quest for truth in a world rife with ambiguity, ultimately culminating in a profound confrontation atop a magnificent London tower, symbolizing the eternal struggle between opposing ideologies. Chesterton, a prominent figure in the world of literature and a convert to Catholicism, drew upon his own spiritual journey to inform the themes of the book. His experiences as a journalist and philosopher, coupled with a deep understanding of religious traditions, shaped his perspective on the relationship between belief and reason. 'The Ball and the Cross' reflects his desire to advocate for the importance of faith in an age increasingly dominated by rationalism and skepticism. For readers seeking an engaging exploration of philosophical ideas wrapped in an enchanting narrative, 'The Ball and the Cross' is a must-read. Chesterton's masterful prose and incisive insights create a thought-provoking dialogue that will resonate with anyone grappling with the complexities of belief and doubt in their own lives.