Manalive: The Enigma of Innocent Smith by G.K. Chesterton

Manalive: The Enigma of Innocent Smith

G.K. Chesterton

148 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction crime mystery philosophy mysterious slow-paced
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Manalive: The Enigma of Innocent Smith by G.K. Chesterton is a captivating read for anyone drawn to philosophical and literary explorations of the human condition, particularly those who appreciate the complexities of morality, the power of redemption, and the transformative potential of the "holy fool" archetype.

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A book by G. K. Chesterton detailing a popular theme both in his own philosophy, and in Christianity, of the 'holy fool', such as in Dostoevsky's The Idiot and Cervantes' Don Quixote. This is a book in two parts. The first, "The Enigma of Innocent...

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Community Reviews

4.06
based on 231 reviews

Moods

funny: 75%

mysterious: 75%

lighthearted: 62%

reflective: 37%

adventurous: 25%

hopeful: 25%

inspiring: 25%

relaxing: 12%


Pace

87% of readers chose medium
12% of readers chose slow
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

20% of readers chose Plot
60% of readers chose A mix
20% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

50% of readers chose Yes
50% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Loveable characters?

60% of readers chose Yes
40% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

25% of readers chose Yes
50% of readers chose No
25% of readers chose N/A
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No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

50% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
25% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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