G.K. Chesterton: American Idealism vs. Idolatry #shorts #TANcourses
Channel: TAN Books
Date: 2023-03-22

Professor Joseph Pearce explores G.K. Chesterton's view about American idealism vs. idolatry. 

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As Professor Pearce unfolds, G.K. Chesterton significantly influenced many illustrious and famous writers in their journey towards conversion to the Church. Chesterton was known as a "controversialist with no enemies"; this is one reason why he was so influential in growing others' love for the Church. He was capable of discussing the most politically and philosophically controversial topics, in light of the Catholic Church's teaching, without creating enemies - rather, he welcomed others into the Church with open arms and a sharp wit. 

Born in 1874, Chesterton lived through one of the world's most trying times - the first World War. Many of Chesterton's economic and political opinions were built around his first-hand experience of the suffering the world endured at that time. He provided his readers with an elevated and transcendent sense of hope during a time of deep sorrow and terrible loss. Chesterton was known for his love of the truth. 

In these eight fascinating lectures, Professor Joseph Pearce will guide you through a study of Chesterton's greatest works, discussing topics such as:
-St. Thomas Aquinas' influence on Chesterton 
-The role of philosophy in conversion 
-Progress and progressivism
-The relationship between education and truth 
-Catholic doctrine and economics

Chesterton's works can rightly be studied as theological, philosophical, political, or just merely entertaining literature. They truly embodied all such disciplines. Chesterton was known in his time for his theological influence on Catholics and non-Catholics alike. He had a beautiful and profound way of calling his readers to holiness. Join Professor Joseph Pearce in this enchanting eight-part lecture series where he uncovers the beautiful Catholicity of the life, thought and works of G.K. Chesterton.

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