The Club of Queer Trades

by G. K. Chesterton

Overview

Six whimsical short stories by brilliant, witty, English author, poet and critic. Improbable plots, marvelously funny episodes, evocative descriptions of late Victorian London distinguish delightful tales focusing on a club devoted to completely original and unusual professions. First republication to include all 32 of Chesterton's own original illustrations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781775451488
Publisher:	The Floating Press
Publication date:	02/01/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	211 KB

About the Author

Widely known as the "Prince of Paradox," G. K. Chesterton was one of the most influential English writers and thinkers of the 20th century. Chesterton's prodigious talents embraced a wide range of subjects, from philosophy and religion to detective fiction and fantasy. And while his writings are light and whimsical, they are filled with direct and honest truths.