One of the most well-known and prolific authors of the twentieth century addresses a variety of issues in the appropriately named book What's Wrong With the World, including feminism, big business, education, and the government. Chesterton boldly condemned materialism, elitism, hypocrisy, and every opponent of freedom and simplicity in contemporary society. He was a devoted supporter of the working man, family, and faith. The critical writings included for this book, drawn from the dozens of articles the author wrote over the course of his lifetime for newspapers and magazines, pulse with his own brand of smart criticism. These essays provide Chesterton's unmatched analysis of modern ideals, his razor-sharp critique of contemporary efficiency, and his humorous but sincere defense of the common man against fashion-setting social assaults. They are still as enjoyable to read and rewarding today as they were when they were written more than a century ago.
G.K.Chesterton, in full Gilbert Keith Chesterton (29 May 1874-14 June 1936), English critic and author of poetry, essays, novels, and short stories, known also for his dynamic personality and obese figure. He was an important English writer of the early twentieth century. His productive and various output included journalism, poetry, biography, Christian apologetics, fantasy and detective fiction. He has been concerned to as the 'prince of paradox'. He devoted his extraordinary brain and creative power to the reform of English government and society. He was knowledgeable at St. Paul's, and went to art school at University College London. He wrote 100 books, contributions to 200 more, hundreds of poems, including the epic Ballad of the White Horse, five plays, five novels, and some short stories, including a popular series featuring the priest-detective, Father Brown. Chesterton expired on 14 June 1936 at his home in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire.
