Questions of Divorce
Questions of Divorce is a collection of essays by G.K. Chesterton that explore the topic of divorce from various perspectives, including legal, moral, and religious. The book argues against the idea of divorce as a solution to marital problems and instead advocates for the importance of commitment and forgiveness in marriage.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1906 · Genre: Essay, Philosophy, Social Commentary · 2,824 words
First lines
I have just picked up a little book that is not only brightly and suggestively written, but is somewhat unique, in this sense -- that it enunciates the modern and advanced view of Woman in such language as a sane person can stand. It is written by Miss Florence Farr, is called _Modern Woman: her Intentions_, and is published by Mr. Frank Palmer. This style of book I confess to commonly finding foolish and vain. The New Woman's monologue wearies, not because it is unwomanly, but because it is inhuman. It exhibits the most exhausting of combinations: the union of fanaticism of speech with frigidity of soul -- the things that made Robespierre seem a monster. The worst example I remember was once trumpeted in a Review: a lady doctor, who has ever afterwards haunted me as a sort of nightmare of spiritual imbecility.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Essay, Philosophy, Social Commentary, Satire, Non-fiction
- Length: 2,824 words
- Structure: 1 section, 17 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Essay — The work is structured as a reflective essay, exploring philosophical and social themes related to marriage and divorce.
- Philosophy — The text delves into philosophical questions about human nature, societal norms, and the institution of marriage.
- Social Commentary — The book critiques contemporary views on gender roles and societal expectations, providing a commentary on modernity.
- Satire — The writing style includes satirical elements, using humor and irony to critique modern attitudes towards marriage and divorce.
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divorce · marriage · relationships · philosophy · society · morality · faith · love · family · human nature · conflict · commitment