The New Jerusalem by G.K. Chesterton

The New Jerusalem is a collection of essays by G.K. Chesterton that explore various aspects of Christianity and its relationship to society. The book includes discussions on topics such as the role of religion in politics, the importance of tradition, and the nature of human freedom. Overall, it presents a thought-provoking and insightful perspective on Christian beliefs and values.

By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1920 · Genre: Travel Literature, Religious Commentary, Cultural Criticism · 14 chapters

Contents

• The Way of the Cities
• The Way of the Desert
• The Gates of the City
• The Philosophy of Sight-Seeing
• The Streets of the City
• The Groups of the City
• The Shadow of the Problem
• The other Side of the Desert
• The Battle with the Dragon
• The Endless Empire
• The Meaning of the Crusade
• The Fall of Chivalry
• The Problem of Zionism
• Conclusion

More by G.K. Chesterton

• Heretics (1905)
• Tales of the Long Bow (1936)
• The Club of Queer Trades (1936)
• Leo Tolstoy (1903)
• The Sword of Wood (1928)
• William Blake (1936)
• The Innocence of Father Brown (1936)
• Milton: Man and Poet (1936)
• All works by G.K. Chesterton