| Author |
Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936 |
| Title |
Utopia of Usurers and Other Essays
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Mike Pullen and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Utopia of Usurers and Other Essays" by G. K. Chesterton is a collection of essays written during the early 20th century. This work critically examines capitalism, social issues, and the evolving nature of art and society, suggesting a deep concern for the human condition in the face of growing commercialism and moral decay. The opening of the book features a poem that sets a tone of rebellion against oppression and exploitation, symbolizing a collective defiance against the powers that maintain social inequality. Following this, Chesterton introduces his essays with a prophetic tone, warning about the dangers of unchecked capitalism and the potential degradation of culture and society. Through a blend of satire and serious commentary, he proposes that if capitalists continue to dominate, vital aspects of human life such as art and journalism will become mere tools for advertisement rather than avenues for genuine expression. The beginning lays the groundwork for a thought-provoking exploration of societal constructs and the need for a renaissance of human values in a rapidly commodifying world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HN: Social sciences: Social history and conditions, Social problems
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- Social conditions
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- Politics and government
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2134 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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