The Man Who Was Thursday

The Man Who Was Thursday is a philosophical and allegorical novel written by G. K. Chesterton first published in 1908. It follows the story of Gabriel Syme a poet who is recruited by a secret anti-anarchist organization. Syme becomes a member of a Central European council of anarchists each named after a day of the week including the enigmatic Sunday who holds a significant position within the organization. As Syme delves deeper into the world of anarchists he finds himself embroiled in a complex and surreal series of events. The story explores themes of truth deception individualism and the nature of human identity. It combines elements of mystery thriller and satire with Chestertons characteristic wit and intellectual depth.