The Gold of Glastonbury
The Gold of Glastonbury is a novel by G.K. Chesterton that tells the story of a young man named John Hampden who sets out to find the lost treasure of King Arthur in the town of Glastonbury. Along the way, he encounters various characters and experiences adventures that test his courage and faith. The book is known for its vivid descriptions of the English countryside and its exploration of themes such as honor, loyalty, and the search for meaning in life.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1930 · Genre: Mystery, Historical Fiction, Philosophical · 1,266 words
First lines
One silver morning I walked into a small grey town of stone, like twenty other grey western towns, which happened to be called Glastonbury; and saw the magic thorn of near two thousand years growing in the open air as casually as any bush in my garden.
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The Gold of Glastonbury is listed on Textopian as a short story by G.K. Chesterton, dated 1930 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1930 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Historical Fiction, Philosophical, Religious, Travel
- Length: 1,266 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The narrative revolves around the enigmatic legend of St. Joseph and the Thorn, creating an atmosphere of intrigue and uncertainty.
- Historical Fiction — The story is set against the backdrop of Glastonbury's rich history, blending historical elements with fictional storytelling.
- Philosophical — The text explores philosophical themes, such as the nature of myth and belief, and the intersection of history and legend.
- Religious — The narrative delves into religious myths and the significance of Christian legends, particularly focusing on St. Joseph of Arimathea.
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mystery · adventure · historical fiction · England · Glastonbury · mythology · religion · treasure · knights · quest · sacred · legend