The Man Who Was Thursday

Discover 'The Man Who Was Thursday', a captivating novel by G.K. Chesterton that blends mystery, philosophy, and wit. This beautifully formatted B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2011, spans 182 pages of thrilling narrative. The story unfolds within the confines of a secret society known as the Central Anarchist Council, a group determined to upend conventional morality and societal norms. At the core lies Thursday, who masquerades as a revolutionary but is actually a Scotland Yard detective on a covert mission. As he interacts with his fellow anarchists, the question of identity, morality, and belief is expertly examined through Chesterton's unique lens. Matthew Beaumont's insightful introduction delves into the novel's themes of identity and confrontation, enriching your reading experience. This edition also features a helpful chronology, notes, and suggested further reading for those eager to explore more about this literary work. Enjoy the thrill of delving into a world steeped in paradox and surprise, where every page invites you to question the very fabric of human behavior. Grab your copy of 'The Man Who Was Thursday' today, and take advantage of free shipping - a perfect addition to any reading list for enthusiasts of classic literature and philosophical exploration, while also making an impressive gift for book lovers.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141191461
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 182


Description:
'We dig deeper and we blow you higher. We wish to deny all those arbitrary distinctions of vice and virtue, honour and treachery, upon which mere rebels base themselves' The Central Anarchist Council is a secret society sworn to destroy the world. The council is governed by seven men, who hide their identities behind the names of the days of the week. Yet one of their number - Thursday - is not the revolutionary he claims to be, but a Scotland Yard detective. And, the question soon becomes, who and what are the others? G.K. Chesterton unravels this unique fantasy in his own inventive and exuberant way, and uses this nightmare of paradox and surprise to probe the mysteries of human behaviour and belief. Matthew Beaumont's introduction examines the book's themes of identity and confrontation, and explores its intriguing title. This edition also contains a chronology, notes and suggested further reading. Edited with an introduction by MATTHEW BEAUMONT

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