Orthodoxy
Chesterton retraces his discovery of Christian belief through wonder, paradox and common sense. Read it as an intellectual adventure rather than a systematic catechism.
Apologetics
Original date: 1908
Reading level: Intermediate
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Source notes & edition details
Bishop Robert Barron
Named in the published reading list; editions may differ.
Brandon Vogt
Work title matched to the published list. The listed edition may differ.
Fr. James V. Schall
Named in Schall’s signed “Signposts for Seekers” section of the symposium.
Jimmy Akin
Work title matched to the published list. The listed edition may differ.
Peter Kreeft
Named in the “Highly Recommended” section of Kreeft’s own site.
Taylor Marshall
Named in the New Saint Thomas Institute’s September 2014 reading plan. Edition choices may differ.
The Chesterton Society
Explicitly included in the Society’s reading plan.
Explore the themes
wonder joy doubt exploring ChristianityBibliographic references
Original catalog editions
Image (1959), Edition: First Edition, Paperback
Orthodoxy