Heretics : Kessinger Publishing : 9781161404043 : 116140404X : 23 May 2010 : Heretics is a collection of essays written by Gilbert K. Chesterton, first published in 1905. In this book, Chesterton presents his thoughts on various topics such as literature, philosophy, religion, and politics. He argues against the prevailing ideas of his time and criticizes the works of several prominent writers and thinkers including H.G. Wells, George Bernard Shaw, and Rudyard Kipling. Chesterton's writing is characterized by his wit, humor, and paradoxical style. He defends traditional values and beliefs while challenging the modernist movement that was sweeping through Europe at the time. Heretics is a thought-provoking and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the intellectual debates of the early 20th century.1914. Contents: introductory remarks on the importance of orthodoxy; on the negative spirit; on Mr. Rudyard Kipling and making the world small; Mr. Bernard Shaw; Mr. H.G. Wells