The Hole in Heaven by G.K. Chesterton
The Hole in Heaven is a collection of essays by G.K. Chesterton that explore various philosophical and religious themes. The book includes discussions on topics such as the nature of God, the meaning of life, and the role of religion in society. Chesterton's writing style is characterized by his wit, humor, and ability to make complex ideas accessible to a wide audience.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1905 · Genre: Adventure, Satire, Fantasy · 4,740 words
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THAT delicate ruby light which is one of the rarest but one of the most / exquisite of evening effects warmed the land, sky and seas as if the / whole world were washed in wine; and dyed almost scarlet the strong red / head of Patrick Dalroy as he stood on the waste of furze and bracken, / where he and his friends had halted. One of his friends was re-examining / a short gun, rather like a double-barrelled carbine, the other was / eating thistles.
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The Hole in Heaven is listed on Textopian as a novella by G.K. Chesterton, dated 1905 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Satire, Fantasy, Philosophical, Comedy
- Length: 4,740 words
- Structure: 1 section, 61 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The narrative follows characters on a journey with elements of exploration and unexpected events.
- Satire — The text contains humorous and critical commentary on societal norms and institutions.
- Fantasy — The story includes imaginative elements and settings that deviate from reality.
- Philosophical — The dialogue and themes explore existential and moral questions.
Tags
philosophy · theology · faith · doubt · existentialism · mysticism · spirituality · redemption · humanity · suffering · hope · divine