• Three of G.K. Chesterton's classic works of fiction are bound together in this edition: The Napoleon of Notting Hill, Manalive & The Club of Queer Trades
The Napoleon of Notting Hill
Auberon Quin, who lives for a good joke, is chosen to be king. To amuse himself, he institutes elaborate costumes for the provosts of London's districts. One earnest young man takes the cry for regional pride seriously however – Adam Wayne, the Napoleon of Notting Hill.
Manalive
There is a new tenant at Beacon House named Innocent Smith and he breathes life into the household with his antics. But awful news follows shortly afterward. Smith is wanted on criminal charges.
The Club of Queer Trades
A collection of short stories in which each one is focused on a person who makes their living using extraordinary means.
Gilbert Keith Chesterton was one of the most influential English writers of the 20th century. His prolific and diverse output included journalism, philosophy, poetry, biography, Christian apologetics, fantasy and detective fiction.
Chesterton has been called the "prince of paradox". Time magazine, in a review of a biography of Chesterton, observed of his writing style: "Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories—first carefully turning them inside out.
... Show more