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Classic Literature. Fiction. Humor (Fiction.) HTML: Only G.K. Chesterton could tackle some of the most persistent and complex questions about the Christian faith in such an engaging format. The Ball and the Cross presents a surprisingly good-humored take on timeless debates about faith, pairing plenty of witty repartee with deep and penetrating philosophical insights..
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MacIan, a fiery Catholic, breaks the windows of the Ludgate Hill offices of The Atheist, incensed by one of its editorials, and determined to challenge its editor, Turnbull, to a duel. Thwarted at every turn in their attempts to fight, they continue their mad journey in search of solitude to the
Introduction by Paul Jennings
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accompanimnet of continual debate, from which they come to recognise the validity of each other's position. Only an apocalyptic ending resolves the tensions of their relationship, in one of Chesterton's most individual novels, where passionate religious debate is combined with adventures in the high picaresque tradition.Introduction by Paul Jennings
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Academy Chicago Pub (1985), Edition: New edition
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English
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7.6 inches