Father Brown stories

Autori

• G. K. Chesterton

Serie

• Padre Brown

Parametri

• Classici
• Gialli
• Gialli & Thriller
• Narrativa
• Racconti

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Published between 1910 and 1935, the Father Brown stories are among Chesterton's most cherished works. If the detective story is the earliest expression of the poetics of modern life and urbanity, who better to decipher it than a humble priest from the old guard? Thus emerges one of literature's most endearing characters. Armed with little more than an umbrella and a profound understanding of human nature gained from the confessional, the plump and absent-minded priest from Essex—who believes that discrediting reason is poor theology—unravels crimes and mysteries where truth eludes both cold deduction and credulous paranormal explanations. The collection brings together all five books published by Chesterton, showcasing the unique blend of wit, insight, and moral inquiry that defines Father Brown's adventures.

Lingua: Inglese, Tedesco

Pubblicato: 1986

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