The Superstition of Divorce

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The Superstition of Divorce

by G. K. (Gilbert Keith) Chesterton

EN·~2 hours·7 chapters

Chapters

7 total
1

Introductory Note

0:47
2

THE SUPERSTITION OF DIVORCE

50:27
3

THE STORY OF THE FAMILY

22:13
4

THE STORY OF THE VOW

21:12
5

THE TRAGEDIES OF MARRIAGE

22:22
6

THE VISTA OF DIVORCE

18:47
7

CONCLUSION

3:52

Description

In this thought‑provoking essay the author turns a sharp eye on the current debate over divorce, treating it not as a legal issue but as a cultural superstition. Using the image of windows that let in light without a solid house to frame the argument, he asks whether we are really seeking liberation or simply removing the nearest obstacle without understanding what we are dismantling. The prose is rich with analogies, from mice gnawing at pillars to machines taken apart piece by piece, inviting listeners to pause and reconsider the foundations of marriage.

The writer also critiques popular reform proposals—such as a three‑year waiting period—pointing out how they often lack logical grounding and ignore the deeper purpose of the marital bond. By emphasizing the need to examine the very nature of marriage before reshaping its rules, the essay challenges readers to move beyond quick fixes and think about the larger social and personal implications. Listeners will find a compelling blend of philosophy and social commentary that sparks reflection on both personal relationships and the institutions that shape them.

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en

Duration

~2 hours (134K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Release date

2020-07-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

G. K. (Gilbert Keith) Chesterton

G. K. (Gilbert Keith) Chesterton

1874–1936

Best known for the Father Brown mysteries and a flood of lively essays, this English writer brought wit, paradox, and strong opinions to everything he touched. His books range from detective fiction to literary criticism and Christian apologetics, and they still feel fresh because of the energy of his voice.

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