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"Liberalism: A Sample" is an essay by G. K. Chesterton which appears in Utopia of Usurers and Other Essays (1917). It concerns the astounding baseness to which journalism had sunk. Asking why party political journalism was so bad, Chesterton states that it is even worse than it intends to be. He claims that the newspapers simply cannot argue, and do not even pretend to argue. And that there’s a sort of carelessness in their degradation, so that they assume that the reader does not have a mind.

With his black hat, huge umbrella, unworldly simplicity and 'beaming but breathless geniality', Father Brown is one of fiction's best-loved amateur detectives. Short and tatty, but with the wisdom and insight to unravel the most wayward of criminal minds, he has entertained generations. In this collection of 13 full-cast dramatisations, the high priest of detection becomes involved in seven intriguing cases that will tax even his mental powers to the limit.

From London to Cornwall, then to Italy and France, a short, shabby priest takes on bandits, traitors, and killers. Why is he so successful? The reason is that after years spent in the priesthood, Father Brown knows human nature and is not afraid of its dark side. Thus he understands criminal motivation and how to deal with it.

"The Hammer of God," readers are surprised to learn from Father Brown that the murderer is not a violent madman but rather a very respected member of the community. The Reverend Wilfred Bohun could no longer stand the scandalous behavior of his alcoholic brother Norman, who blasphemed God and humiliated the Reverend Bohun in the eyes of his parishioners. Chesterton states that Wilfred and Norman Bohun belong to an old noble family whose descendants are now mostly "drunkards and dandy degenerates." Rumor has it that there has been "a whisper of insanity" in the Bohun family.

Reborn. Reclaimed. Wrathful. Ready. My death was planned. Executed. I took my last breath, and was ready to be reborn. With my kings at my side and new experiences on the horizon, there’s nothing I want more than to have my revenge on the lords for what they did to me. They underestimated me. Not even death can hold me back. They’re about to find out what it’s like when a queen rises because I was born for this. I am the kings’ savage little queen. Savage Little Queen is the fifth book in the Kings of Bolten series.

In G. K. Chestertons captivating third novel, The Ball and the Cross, we are introduced to a unique blend of fantasy, farce, and theology. The story revolves around Evan MacIan, a tall, dark-haired, blue-eyed Scottish Highlander and devout Roman Catholic, and James Turnbull, a short, red-haired, gray-eyed Scottish Lowlander who is a naive atheist. Their paths collide dramatically when MacIan, outraged by a blasphemous poster in Turnbulls atheist journal office, smashes the window and challenges Turnbull to a duel. This unexpected confrontation sparks a series of comic misadventures as the two ...

Step into the intriguing world of The Flying Inn, a captivating novel by G.K. Chesterton first published in 1914. Set in a dystopian future England where an unusual form of Progressive Islam has taken hold, the story explores a society where alcohol is banned and the everyday life of its citizens is profoundly impacted. Follow the daring escapades of Humphrey Pump and Captain Patrick Dalroy as they navigate the challenges of Prohibition, traveling the countryside in their cart with a barrel of rum, cleverly exploiting legal loopholes to stay one step ahead of the authorities. (Summary from ...

Mystery, intrigue and fantasy lead us on a scary adventure.

Chesterton takes us on a merry ride of mystery, intrigue, and above all, fantasy in this tale of anarchism. Sometimes it is referred to as a metaphysical thriller, and Chesterton himself referred to it as "a nightmare".

In 1913, the acclaimed essayist and novelist G.K. Chesterton was encouraged by George Bernard Shaw to venture into the realm of playwriting. The result is Magic, a captivating exploration of faith, belief, religion, and the enchanting realm of magic—elements that will resonate with fans of his beloved Father Brown stories. The play’s success not only showcased Chestertons talent in this new medium but also inspired him to create additional works for the stage. Join us for a delightful journey into a world where the mystical and the comedic intertwine. - Summary by ToddHW

Sometimes the wrong side could be the right side. My father never loved me. I was never good enough for him because I was different. My differences made me vulnerable to his cruelty, and a mistake I made brought a deeper level of hell into my life. When my curiosity got the better of me one night, it ended with me being forced out of the world I’d learned to exist in before I was thrust into another. This new world is darker and more dangerous. It’s filled with lies, deceit, and pain. I have rules I live by now because the wicked walk these halls.

A humorous holiday novella from James Martin's perspective. Holiday shopping can be a tedious task, and being a CEO short on time doesn't make that any easier. But James Martin isn't willing to hand over the reins, particularly when it comes to making this holiday season as perfect as possible for his girlfriend, Alexis Parker. He just has to figure out how to do it. With office parties and an ugly sweater party on the books, Martin has to find the ideal outfit and get gifts for his employees, his friends, and his staff. Luckily, he has Marcal to help.

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Desperate. Broken. Unhinged. Vengeful. I’m dead to them. I was buried in a forest, never to be thought of again. Or so I thought. Being stuck in this nightmare, I’m desperate to break free. My whole life seems to be a prison, and with my kings gone, I have a new warden. And this warden is now the kings biggest enemy. If I’ve learned anything from my new life it’s that you can run, but you can’t hide, especially from your past. When the lies and secrets come out, I take matters into my own hands. This queen knows how to rise from the ashes and rule.

A collection of thrilling tales from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, including six full-cast dramas and a short story read by Benedict Cumberbatch In the first half of the 20th century, the detective story exploded in popularity. Innovative authors penned whodunits, whydunits and...

Dive into the heart of an English epic poem that chronicles the valiant journey of Alfred the Great as he defends the essence of Christian civilization against the encroaching darkness of Northern nihilism. After suffering a series of defeats at the hands of the fierce Danes, a divine vision on the river island of Athelney ignites a spark of hope in Alfred. Though it offers no guarantees of triumph in the battles ahead, it inspires him to unite his chieftains for a heroic last stand. Join Alfred as he traverses the land, gathering his loyal men and even infiltrating enemy camps under the guise...

No matter how far or fast I run, some things are inescapable. My past is one of them. After everything that happened, I thought I was done. Then the phone rang, and all hell broke loose. While away at a business conference, former federal agent Alexis Parker receives word her friend was shot and his niece was kidnapped. The police department is unaware of the situation, and time is running out. The kidnappers demand two million dollars and expect payment in forty-eight hours, but paying the ransom is impossible.

A realm long believed to be nothing more than legend now holds me captive, its cruel king whispering secrets of my lineage, of power buried deep in my bones—power he intends to steal for himself. King Helroth claims to know who I truly am…what I truly am. The longer I remain in his grasp, the more my memories fracture. The more the shadows whisper. And the more I wonder, what if he's right?

Vindictive. Savage. Deadly. Villains. The horsemen made a move and took me from my kingdom. There’s one thing they didn’t expect though. The truth. With an alliance formed and our world thrown into war, we either choose sides or die for those we love. There are rules to warfare but rules are meant to be broken and so are kings. Our enemies know it. And I’ll be the one they use to prove it. Deadly Little Promises is book three in the Kings of Bolten series and is a dark mafia academy romance with four kings and their queen.

Alan Kershaw is Cross Security's typical client, a wealthy businessman with a problem. However, his problem isn't the kind Cross Security usually handles. Kershaw was scammed by an unknown entity after being informed he'd won an online jackpot. Kershaw's bank account was zeroed out, but it's not the money he wants back. It's his dignity.