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Explore the thrilling world of G.K. Chesterton's iconic novel, The Man Who Was Thursday. This captivating B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK, presents a gripping tale of deception and suspense that has enthralled readers since its release in 2011. With 224 pages of intricate storytelling, this edition features an insightful introduction by Matthew Beaumont, shedding light on the book's themes, including identity, belief, and the nature of confrontation.
Set against the backdrop of a secret society known as the Central Anarchist Council, the story follows detective Gabriel Syme, who infiltrates this mysterious organization disguised as Thursday. What ensues is a labyrinth of intrigue, as Syme navigates a web of double-crossings and hidden identities in a desperate race across Europe. Chesterton's masterful prose ignites a thrilling contest of wits, forcing readers to question the morality of rebellion and the essence of truth.
This Penguin Classics edition also includes valuable features such as a chronology of events, comprehensive notes, and suggested further reading, making it an essential addition for students and aficionados of classic literature alike. Perfect for those looking to delve into the depths of Chesterton's literary genius or seeking an exhilarating read rich with philosophical undercurrents.
Order your brand new copy of The Man Who Was Thursday today and immerse yourself in a story that promises both entertainment and intellectual engagement. Delivery is available nationwide with fast shipping options.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141191461
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
G.K. Chesterton's The Man Who Was Thursday is a thrilling novel of deception, subterfuge, double-crossing and secret identities, and this Penguin Classics edition is edited with an introduction by Matthew Beaumont.
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 named Gabriel Syme, sworn to infiltrate the organisation and bring the architects of chaos to justice. But when he discovers another undercover policeman on the Council, Syme begins to question his role in their operations. And as a desperate chase across Europe begins, his confusion grows, as well as his confidence in his ability to outwit his enemies, unravelling the mysteries of human behaviour and belief in a thrilling contest of wits. But he has still to face the greatest terror that the Council has- a man named Sunday, whose true nature is worse than Syme could ever have imagined ...
In his introduction, Matthew Beaumont 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.
G.K. Chesterton (1874-1938) attended the Slade School of Art, where he appears to have suffered a nervous breakdown, before turning his hand to journalism. A prolific writer throughout his life, his best-known books include The Napoleon of Notting Hill (1904), The Man Who Knew Too Much (1922) and the Father Brown
Set against the backdrop of a secret society known as the Central Anarchist Council, the story follows detective Gabriel Syme, who infiltrates this mysterious organization disguised as Thursday. What ensues is a labyrinth of intrigue, as Syme navigates a web of double-crossings and hidden identities in a desperate race across Europe. Chesterton's masterful prose ignites a thrilling contest of wits, forcing readers to question the morality of rebellion and the essence of truth.
This Penguin Classics edition also includes valuable features such as a chronology of events, comprehensive notes, and suggested further reading, making it an essential addition for students and aficionados of classic literature alike. Perfect for those looking to delve into the depths of Chesterton's literary genius or seeking an exhilarating read rich with philosophical undercurrents.
Order your brand new copy of The Man Who Was Thursday today and immerse yourself in a story that promises both entertainment and intellectual engagement. Delivery is available nationwide with fast shipping options.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141191461
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
G.K. Chesterton's The Man Who Was Thursday is a thrilling novel of deception, subterfuge, double-crossing and secret identities, and this Penguin Classics edition is edited with an introduction by Matthew Beaumont.
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 named Gabriel Syme, sworn to infiltrate the organisation and bring the architects of chaos to justice. But when he discovers another undercover policeman on the Council, Syme begins to question his role in their operations. And as a desperate chase across Europe begins, his confusion grows, as well as his confidence in his ability to outwit his enemies, unravelling the mysteries of human behaviour and belief in a thrilling contest of wits. But he has still to face the greatest terror that the Council has- a man named Sunday, whose true nature is worse than Syme could ever have imagined ...
In his introduction, Matthew Beaumont 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.
G.K. Chesterton (1874-1938) attended the Slade School of Art, where he appears to have suffered a nervous breakdown, before turning his hand to journalism. A prolific writer throughout his life, his best-known books include The Napoleon of Notting Hill (1904), The Man Who Knew Too Much (1922) and the Father Brown