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Tremendous Trifles

Tremendous Trifles

G. K. Chesterton

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Repro India Limited
Año de edición:
2026
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Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9789372014464

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Tremendous Trifles is a delightful and thought-provoking collection of essays by the ever-witty and wise G. K. Chesterton, originally published in 1909. In this book, Chesterton takes the seemingly insignificant, everyday moments and objects of life-such as lost umbrellas, shop signs, street corners, and even the act of waking up-and reveals their hidden depth and wonder.With his signature humor, paradoxical reasoning, and sharp intellect, Chesterton reminds readers that the world is filled with unnoticed miracles and overlooked beauty. Each essay in the collection champions the idea that no moment or object is truly trivial if one has the right eyes to see and the right heart to appreciate. He urges us to slow down, observe, and rediscover the awe in ordinary life.Tremendous Trifles isn’t just a book-it’s an invitation to reimagine the mundane, to awaken our imaginations, and to find joy in the small wonders of the world. A charming blend of philosophy, humor, and literary grace, this book continues to inspire readers to see life with childlike curiosity and spiritual insight.

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