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100	1		_aChesterton, G. K. _q(Gilbert Keith), _d1874-1936
245	1	4	_aThe Defendant
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-05-01
505	0		_aIntroduction -- A defence of penny dreadfuls -- A defence of rash vows -- A defence of skeletons -- A defence of publicity -- A defence of nonsense -- A defence of planets -- A defence of china shepherdesses -- A defence of useful information -- A defence of heraldry -- A defence of ugly things -- A defence of farce -- A defence of humility -- A defence of slang -- A defence of baby-worship -- A defence of detective stories -- A defence of patriotism.
508			_aProduced by Robert Shimmin, Frank van Drogen and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520			_a"The Defendant" by G. K. Chesterton is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century, specifically the early 1900s. In this work, Chesterton passionately defends various aspects of life and culture that are often dismissed or criticized, such as popular literature, absurdity, and the seemingly trivial elements of daily existence. He aims to challenge prevailing societal norms and pessimistic worldviews, arguing instead for a perspective that appreciates the richness and wonder of life in all its forms. The opening of "The Defendant" introduces the author's reflections on the misconceptions surrounding contemporary literature and life. Chesterton begins by addressing the value of forgotten works, suggesting that obscurity allows for fresh appreciation. He critiques pessimistic views, emphasizing that true optimism recognizes the inherent value in the mundane. In doing so, he sets the stage for a series of spirited defenses—ranging from the merits of popular literature to the beauty found in awkward realities—arguing that society often overlooks the joy and significance of seemingly insignificant things. This initial exposition lays the foundation for Chesterton's overarching theme: that we must learn to embrace the world and find goodness within it rather than dismissing it outright. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEnglish essays
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12245
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