The man who knew too much

The enigmatic escapades of prince michael

Gilbert Keith Chesterton

128 pages, parution le 26/06/2023

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"The Man Who Knew Too Much" by G. K. Chesterton is a collection of detective stories featuring the character Horne Fisher, a man with an uncanny ability to understand the complexities of human nature and society. In the first story, "The Face in the Target," Fisher investigates the mysterious death of Sir Humphrey Turnbull, who appears to have died in a motor accident. However, Fisher's keen observations reveal that Turnbull was actually shot before the crash, leading to a deeper investigation into the people surrounding the victim. Fisher's insights into the social and political dynamics at play allow him to uncover the truth, though he ultimately decides to keep it hidden due to the intricate web of societal connections and the potential consequences of revealing it. In the second story, "The Vanishing Prince," the narrative shifts to the adventures of Michael O'Neill, known as Prince Michael, a charismatic and elusive figure who is both a hero and a fugitive. His ability to evade capture and his daring escapades have made him a legend. The story follows the efforts of the authorities to apprehend him, highlighting the tension between law enforcement and the local population, who are often sympathetic to Prince Michael's cause. The tale explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the complexities of political rebellion, as well as the personal motivations of those involved in the pursuit.

L'auteur - Gilbert Keith Chesterton

G.K. Chesterton (1874-1936), fut l'un des plus célèbres écrivains du renouveau catholique anglais au début du XXe siècle. Ses talents multiples lui ont permis d'aborder tous les genres littéraires. Avec son ami Hilaire Belloc, il a mis son talent et son intelligence au service du « distributisme », un courant de pensée politique critique de la modernité.

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Caractéristiques techniques

	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Culturea
Auteur(s)	Gilbert Keith Chesterton
Parution	26/06/2023
Nb. de pages	128
Format	14.8 x 21
Couverture	Broché
Poids	177g
EAN13	9791041818075