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  • Ballade of Suicide-G. K. Chesterton

    Ballade of Suicide-G. K. Chesterton
    2026/08/02
    "Ballade of Suicide" by G. K. Chesterton delves into the profound themes of despair and the human condition, exploring the delicate balance between life and death. This thought-provoking piece challenges the notion of suicide, prompting listeners to reflect on the value of existence and the complexities of human emotions. Chesterton's eloquent verse captures the timeless struggle between hope and hopelessness, making it a resonant work for contemporary audiences. The enduring nature of its themes invites reflection on our own lives and the choices we make, reminding us of the importance of finding meaning even in the darkest moments.
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  • Ballade of Suicide - G K Chesterton

    Ballade of Suicide - G K Chesterton
    2026/06/10
    LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of A Ballade of Suicide by G. K. Chesterton. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 20, 2012.Gilbert Keith Chesterton was an English writer. He published works on philosophy, ontology, poetry, plays, journalism, public lectures and debates, literary and art criticism, biography, Christian apologetics, and fiction, including fantasy and detective fiction. Chesterton has been called the "prince of paradox". Time magazine, in a review of a biography of Chesterton, observed of his writing style: "Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories—first carefully turning them inside out." For example, Chesterton wrote "Thieves respect property. They merely wish the property to become their property that they may more perfectly respect it." (Summary by Wikipedia )
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