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Chris's review

The Man Who Was Thursday The Man Who Was Thursday
by G.K. Chesterton

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This book totally surprised me. I didn't know what to expect going into it, and each time I felt like I was getting a handle on the story it would take some surprising turn that changed everything. It starts out as a turn of the century detective story, but by the end becomes a sort of metaphysical exploration. As the book neared its resolution I was captivated, but also somewhat baffled. I could tell the book was trying to say something about different philosophical approaches to life and God, but I wasn't sure what. I had to do some research before I felt I could understand what it had all really been about, and even after that I still have some questions. But it was good to have my mind stretched this way, and I imagine philosophically minded people, and especially those with an interest in Christian thought will enjoy it.

I listened to this as an audio book, recorded by Simon Vance, who did an admirable job. The narration was easy to follow, and he maintained various voi...more

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message 1: by Megan
07/29/2008 10:05AM

75209 I am glad to know I wasn't the only one who felt this book was captivating/baffling.

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