Manalive by G. K. Chesterton

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Author Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Title Manalive
Credits Jim Henry III, Martin Ward and David Widger
Summary "Manalive" by G. K. Chesterton is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds primarily around the enigmatic character Innocent Smith, who arrives at a boarding house on the outskirts of London, bringing with him a whirlwind of energy and chaos that disrupts the mundane lives of its residents. The opening portion of the novel introduces a powerful wind that sweeps through the city, invigorating the weary inhabitants of Beacon House. Here, we meet several key characters: the light-hearted heiress Rosamund Hunt, the practical Diana Duke, and the serious yet shy Arthur Inglewood, alongside the cynical journalist Michael Moon. As they stand in the garden, a peculiar figure appears—Innocent Smith, who leaps over the garden wall and starts a series of absurd antics while searching for his lost hat. His entrance signifies a turning point in the narrative, promising to bring chaos and joy to the lives of the boarding house's eccentric tenants. Through his whimsical actions, Chesterton explores themes of innocence, creativity, and the absurdity of social conventions, setting the stage for further comedic and thought-provoking events to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Humorous stories
Subject Attempted murder -- Fiction
Subject Mystery fiction
Subject False arrest -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 1718
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 28, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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