The Ball and the Cross
by Chesterton, G. K
- Used
- very good
- Hardcover
- Condition
- Very Good/Good
- Seller
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London (Birr), Ontario, Canada
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About This Item
Synopsis
Originally published in 1910. Includes suggested readings (p. 215).
Reviews
A delightful work of philosophical fiction in classic Chesterton style, with wit, rapier, and insightful paradox.
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- Bookseller
- CARDINAL BOOKS ~~ ABAC/ILAB (CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 30813h
- Title
- The Ball and the Cross
- Author
- Chesterton, G. K
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- Good
- Publisher
- Wells Gardner, Darton & Co.
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1925
- Keywords
- literature fiction modern fantasy science fiction catholic catholica trad-catholic Chesterton Chestertoniana
- Bookseller catalogs
- G. K. Chesterton: primary & secondary sources;
- Size
- 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall
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