What's Wrong with the World by G. K. Chesterton

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Author Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Title What's Wrong with the World
Note Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The homelessness of man -- Imperialism, or the mistake about man -- Feminism, or the mistake about woman -- Education, or the mistake about the child -- The home of man -- Three notes.
Credits Produced by Georges Allaire, Martin Ward, and David Widger
Summary "What's Wrong with the World" by G.K. Chesterton is a social critique published during the early 20th century. The work delves into various societal issues, with the author reflecting on the complexities of human nature, domesticity, education, and the roles of institutions. Chesterton's approach is analytical, challenging contemporary ideologies and encouraging a return to foundational human ideals. At the start of the book, Chesterton introduces his central thesis, arguing that modern sociological methods often fail because they concentrate on identifying societal problems without first understanding the ideals that should guide human existence. He critiques the predominant tendencies in social inquiry that prioritize biological metaphors over human ideals, suggesting that such frameworks obscure the fundamental nature of societal ailments. In his opening critique, he highlights the disconnect between social conditions and the ideal state of humanity, asserting that what is wrong lies in our misunderstanding of what is fundamentally right. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of historical and philosophical perspectives throughout the subsequent chapters, making it clear that the work aims to stimulate thought on what a more humane, structured society might look like. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HN: Social sciences: Social history and conditions, Social problems
Subject Social problems
Category Text
EBook-No. 1717
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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