The Flying Inn (1914) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164069706)

The Flying Inn is a novel written by the renowned English writer, G.K. Chesterton, and published in 1914. The story follows the adventures of two friends, Humphrey Pump and Captain Patrick Dalroy, who embark on a journey across England in a flying inn. The inn, which is a mobile tavern, serves as a symbol of traditional English culture and values, which the two protagonists believe are under threat from foreign influences and modernization.As they travel across the country, Humphrey and Captain Dalroy encounter various characters, including a group of Islamic fundamentalists who have taken over a town and banned alcohol. The novel explores themes of cultural identity, nationalism, and the clash of civilizations, as well as Chesterton's trademark wit and humor.The Flying Inn is considered one of Chesterton's most political novels and has been praised for its prescient insights into the rise of radical Islam and the erosion of traditional values in the modern world. It remains a popular work among fans of Chesterton's writing and those interested in early 20th-century literature and politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: G. K. Chesterton
ISBN-10: 1164069705
ISBN-13: 9781164069706
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 348
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.03lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d