Lepanto
ISBN: 1586170309
Length: 124 pages
Edition: Paperback
Code: LEP-P
Price: $11.95
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Hilaire Belloc called –Lepanto” Chestertonęs greatest poem and the greatest poem of his generation. But not only have English classes neglected this masterpiece of rhyme and meter, History classes have neglected the story of the pivotal battle upon which the poem is based. This book brings together the poem, the historical background of the famous battle, a riveting account of the battle itself, and a discussion of its historical consequences. The poem is fully annotated, and is supplemented with two interesting essays by Chesterton himself. Well-known Chesterton expert, Dale Ahlquist, has gathered together all the insightful commentaries and explanatory notes. Here is the story behind the modern conflict between Christianity and Islam, between Protestant and Catholic Europe, and the origin of the Feast of the Holy Rosary. A fascinating blend of literature, history, religion and romance! –A valuable reference book that is also a great read!” ăTherese Warmus, Literary Editor, Gilbert Magazine G.K. Chesterton was one of the most prolific and renowned literary writers of the 20th Century. Dale Ahlquist, author of G.K. Chesterton: Apostle of Common Sense, is the President of the American Chesterton Society. Product Reviews Best Book About Lepanto Ever This book is an excellent guide to understanding the times and the causes of the Battle of Lepanto. Chesterton's brilliant poetry combined with the great essays analyzing the battle in terms of the war, the religious atmosphere in Europe at the time, and the ongoing issues that seperate Muslims from Christians are all effectively laid out in explanatory chapters after the text of the poem many consider Chesterton's best-ever, make this a book worth purchasing.
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