The Innocence of Father Brown

Hailed as the King of ParadoxG.K. Chesterton was a prolific writer who made diverse contributions in different genres of literature. As for his fictions they were all detective and fantastic stories infused with funny and insightful comparisons and supernatural elements which were entertaining and thought provoking. The Innocence of Father Brown is the first of five collections of mystery stories by G.K. Chesterton which first appeared in 1911. Modest in appearance Father Brown has a mysterious ability to see into the bleak abyss of the criminal mind. This skill according to Father Brown himself comes from his experience as a priest and a confessor. Absolute rationality is another one of his characteristics. He always seeks the natural explanation for any kind f phenomenon. Combining captivating stories and insightful commentary The Innocence of Father Brown is a delightful read.