Who Goes Home? by G.K. Chesterton
Who Goes Home? by G.K. Chesterton is a collection of short stories that explore the themes of identity and belonging. The book features characters who are searching for their place in the world, often finding themselves at odds with society's expectations. Through his writing, Chesterton challenges readers to consider what it means to be truly at home in one's own skin.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Political, Philosophical · 144 words
First lines
In the city set upon slime and loam They cry in their parliament "Who goes home? " And there comes no answer in arch or dome, For none in the city of graves goes home. Yet these shall perish and understand, For God has pity on this great land.
Men that are men again; who goes home? Tocsin and trumpeter! Who goes home? For there's blood on the field and blood on the foam And blood on the body when Man goes home. And a voice valedictory. Who is for Victory? Who is for Liberty? Who goes home?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Political, Philosophical, Religious, Historical
- Length: 144 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
- Political — The themes revolve around governance, societal issues, and the state of the nation.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential questions and the human condition.
- Religious — There are references to divine pity and moral considerations.
Tags
mystery · philosophy · identity · home · journey · self-discovery · existentialism · narrative · adventure · human experience · relationships · society