The Everlasting Man (Chesterton Series No.1)

The Everlasting Man is a response to scientism as a history of man proposed by H.G. Wells in his book “A Short History of the World.” In the first part of the book, “On the Creature Called Man,” Chesterton provides an overview of various stages of humanity and different civilizations, supporting the thesis that man has been, essentially, the same from caves to modern times. According to Chesterton, man is not the product of “evolution” but of a “revolution” that unmistakably distinguishes him from the rest of the animals. In the second part, “On the Man Called Christ,” a comparison is presented between different philosophies and religions in contrast to Christianity. Chesterton develops a sharp defense of the figure of Christ, the Gospels, and Christianity over other beliefs. Presented in a clear and masterful manner, this work is not only an engaging and interesting book for religious formation but also a valuable piece for the defense and apologetics of the Christian faith.