Alarms and Discursions is a vibrant collection of essays by G.K. Chesterton, filled with his signature wit, paradoxical insights, and sharp observations on a wide range of topics. From the mundane to the profound, Chesterton's essays delve into everything from social issues to everyday curiosities, always with a sense of wonder and a deep appreciation for the absurdities of life. This collection is a testament to his unique ability to provoke thought while entertaining.
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Alarms and Discursions is a vibrant collection of essays by G.K. Chesterton, filled with his signature wit, paradoxical insights, and sharp observations on a wide range of topics. From the mundane to the profound, Chesterton's essays delve into everything from social issues to everyday curiosities, always with a sense of wonder and a deep appreciation for the absurdities of life. This collection is a testament to his unique ability to provoke thought while entertaining.
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G. K. Chesterton wrote thousands of essays during his literary career. This book is a small collection of them. They include such topics as: "A Visit to the Zoo", "Democracy as an Alarm", and "Fortgetfulness". Some are slightly over one page in length and other run over five pages. Apparently, this is a reprint of a collection originally published before 1920. Our modern would-be journalists should be required to read these essays to see how "real" journalists once worked!
