G.K. Chesterton: The Man Who Was Thursday

[Themistocles]

I have just read this book within the course of a single day (revision periods between exams are so very dull), having been drawn to it by the several cryptic quotations taken from it found in Deus Ex (a PC game, for those who are unaware.) What can I say? Bizarre, surreal and absolutely hilarious, but posing interesting questions about the nature of chaos and order, of good and evil, at the same time. Would anyone else like to offer any thoughts?

 

[Freya]

I think.. I'll add it to my 'to be read' list

 

[Martin]

The title in itself warrants a checking out.

Cheers, Martin

 

[Themistocles]

I thought that about the title at first, though it actually does make sense, and isn't all that obtuse or interesting, but I won't spoil it for you.

 

[booksblog.co.uk]

Just remember what the exact title (and subtitle) is when you reach the ending, so that you're not disappointed. Here's my review.

 

[Themistocles]

Yes, in my edition there was included a most illuminating article by Chesterton that he wrote for a newspaper a while after writing the book itself, which made me think again of my interpretation. Nnnngh.