The Revolt of the Spoilt Child
The Revolt of the Spoilt Child is a book by G.K. Chesterton that explores the idea of rebellion against authority and tradition. The main character, a young man named John, rejects his family's values and beliefs in favor of a life of hedonism and self-indulgence. Throughout the novel, Chesterton uses satire and irony to critique modern society's obsession with materialism and individualism. The book ultimately argues that true freedom comes from embracing tradition and community rather than rejecting them.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1927 · Genre: Philosophical Essay, Social Commentary, Satire · 1,714 words
First lines
Everybody says that each generation revolts against the last. Nobody seems to notice that it generally revolts against the revolt of the last. I mean that the latest grievance is really the last reform. To take but one example in passing. There is a new kind of novel which I have seen widely reviewed in the newspapers. No; it is not an improper novel. On the contrary, it is more proper -- almost in the sense of prim -- than its authors probably imagine. It is really a reaction towards a more old-fashioned morality, and away from a new-fashioned one. It is not so much a revolt of the daughters as a return of the grandmothers.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1927 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophical Essay, Social Commentary, Satire, Cultural Criticism, Non-fiction
- Length: 1,714 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Philosophical Essay — The text explores philosophical themes related to education, morality, and generational conflict.
- Social Commentary — The work critiques societal norms and educational reforms, reflecting on the impact of these on different generations.
- Satire — The writing style employs irony and humor to critique modern educational practices and societal attitudes.
- Cultural Criticism — The text examines cultural shifts and the consequences of changing values over time.
Tags
childhood · parenting · society · rebellion · education · morality · values · discipline · authority · culture · family · youth