Fancies Versus Fads
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**Fancies Versus Fads** is a collection of 31 essays by G.K. Chesterton that explore the social and cultural changes of his time. Chesterton argues that the traditional values of society are being replaced by a shallow and materialistic culture. He laments the decline of chivalry and the rise of mass media, which he sees as a threat to the human spirit. Chesterton's essays are full of wit and humor, but they also contain a deep understanding of human nature. He offers a unique perspective on the challenges of modern life and provides insights that are still relevant today.Book Details
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Gilbert K. Chesterton
England
Chesterton wrote around 80 books, several hundred poems, some 200 short stories, 4,000 essays (mostly newspaper columns), and several plays. He was a literary and social critic, historian, playwright,...
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