The wisdom of Father Brown by G. K. Chesterton

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Author Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Title The wisdom of Father Brown
Note Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The absence of Mr. Glass -- The paradise of thieves -- The duel of Dr. Hirsch -- The man in the passage -- The mistake of the machine -- The head of Caesar -- The purple wig -- The perishing of the Pendragons -- The god of the gongs -- The salad of Colonel Cray -- The strange crime of John Boulnois -- The fairy tale of Father Brown.
Credits Produced by Martin Ward, and David Widger
Summary "The Wisdom of Father Brown" by G. K. Chesterton is a collection of mystery stories written in the early 20th century. The book introduces Father Brown, an unconventional priest with a knack for solving crimes that baffle the authorities, using his keen insight into human nature rather than traditional detective methods. The stories often weave themes of morality and the interplay between innocence and guilt, all set against a backdrop of quaint English settings and broader philosophical discussions. At the start of the collection, we meet Father Brown as he finds himself embroiled in a peculiar case involving two families and a mystery surrounding a young man named James Todhunter. After Todhunter is discovered bound and apparently drugged in his lodgings, suspicion falls upon his neighbor, Mr. Glass, and the circumstances lead to a confrontation between the priest and a distinguished criminologist, Dr. Orion Hood. As the tale unfolds, Brown reveals his unique blend of humor, insight, and moral conviction, turning the investigation on its head and showcasing his talents in deduction through lively dialogue and keen observation, ultimately challenging conventional notions of justice and appearance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Clergy -- Fiction
Subject Detective and mystery stories, English
Subject Catholics -- Fiction
Subject Brown, Father (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 223
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Most Recently Updated Jan 28, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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