Length1h 40m
About this audiobook
In "Magic," Gilbert Keith Chesterton intertwines the realms of the mystical and the mundane, offering readers a profound exploration of enchantment within everyday life. Through a series of essays, Chesterton employs a captivating literary style characterized by his characteristic wit, paradox, and an engaging, conversational tone. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, the book reflects the philosophical tensions of the time, as it challenges the reduction of the wondrous to mere rationality, celebrating instead the magic inherent in the very fabric of existence. Chesterton, a prolific writer, journalist, and theologian, delved into the complexities of faith, reason, and human experience throughout his career. His deep Christian beliefs, combined with his childhood exposure to wonder-filled tales and an appreciation for the fantastical, inspired him to confront the skepticism of his age. "Magic" distills his profound understanding of the relationship between the ordinary and the extraordinary, shedding light on the spiritual dimensions that often elude modern consciousness. This book is a must-read for those seeking to reignite their sense of wonder and curiosity about the world. Chesterton's brilliance lies in his ability to reveal the magic within our daily lives, making "Magic" not just an intellectual pursuit but an invitation to experience the sacred in the commonplace. Readers will find themselves enchanted by his insights, prompting reflection on their own encounters with the extraordinary.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror, Fantasy
Length1 hr 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 8, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Characters
4Act II
2The Prelude
5Act III
3Act I
Alarms and DiscursionsGilbert Keith Chesterton5h 19m$2 · $0.00
Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles DickensGilbert Keith Chesterton9h 7m$1 · $0.00
The Appetite of TyrannyGilbert Keith Chesterton1h 15m$2 · $0.00
Tremendous TriflesGilbert Keith Chesterton6h 43m$1 · $0.00
Charles DickensGilbert Keith Chesterton7h 4m$1 · $0.00
The Innocence of Father BrownGilbert Keith Chesterton8h 51m$1 · $0.00
A Miscellany of MenGilbert Keith Chesterton5h 32m$2 · $0.00
Die Sphäre und das KreuzGilbert Keith Chesterton, Neu übersetzt Verlag9h 50m$2 · $0.00
The Flying InnGilbert Keith Chesterton9h 39m$2 · $0.00
Irish ImpressionsGilbert Keith Chesterton4h 11m$1 · $0.00
The Ballad of the White HorseGilbert Keith Chesterton1h 43m$1 · $0.00
The First Father Brown CollectionGilbert Keith Chesterton17h 31m$11 · $0.00
Father Brown StoriesGilbert Keith Chesterton4h 9m$4 · $0.00
Father Brown 49 - Die Spitze einer Nadel (Das Original)Gilbert Keith Chesterton, Hanswilhelm Haefs1h$7 · $0.00
Der Geist von Gideon WiseGilbert Keith Chesterton, Hanswilhelm Haefs54m$8 · $0.00
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