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The Man Who Was Thursday

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Set against a backdrop of political intrigue, the narrative centers on Gabriel Syme, a poet drawn into a covert anti-anarchist group. As he infiltrates a council of anarchists, each member is intriguingly named after a day of the week, culminating in the mysterious figure of Sunday. The novel explores themes of identity, morality, and the nature of authority, blending philosophical inquiry with a thrilling plot. Chesterton's work offers a unique commentary on the complexities of society and the individual's role within it.

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The Man Who Was Thursday, G. K. Chesterton

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Language
English
Released
2023
Pages
150
ISBN13
9789355840974
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First published
1908
Original title
The Man Who Was Thursday
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Set against a backdrop of political intrigue, the narrative centers on Gabriel Syme, a poet drawn into a covert anti-anarchist group. As he infiltrates a council of anarchists, each member is intriguingly named after a day of the week, culminating in the mysterious figure of Sunday. The novel explores themes of identity, morality, and the nature of authority, blending philosophical inquiry with a thrilling plot. Chesterton's work offers a unique commentary on the complexities of society and the individual's role within it.