The Man Who Was Thursday by G. K. Chesterton, Fiction, Classics

Autori

• G. K. Chesterton

Parametri

Pagine

176pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Avventura
• Narrativa
• Romanzi d'avventura

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Set in Edwardian London, the story follows Gabriel Syme, who joins a covert anti-anarchist unit at Scotland Yard. During a party, he encounters an anarchistic poet, leading to a spirited debate about the nature of poetry. The poet claims that revolt is fundamental to poetry, while Syme counters that law is its true essence. This clash of ideals explores the tension between order and chaos, highlighting the philosophical underpinnings of art and society.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2004

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