This is a collection of G K Chesterton s provocative writings on a subject close to his heart the family and the corresponding themes of men and women children sex marriage and divorce The family was a central element in Chesterton s vision a unifying theme of his literary work His eloquent defense of the sacredness of the home is even more applicable in our times because of the tremendous moral problems in our society that threaten the modern family Chesterton s insights will be a deep inspiration to married couples those preparing for marriage priests teachers and anyone else interested in marriage and the family This is one of those absolutely necessary books No one had such bracing no nonsense practical wisdom as Chesterton Now this book brings together the embattled family and GKC the knight who rides forth to do battle for it It should serve as a manual for us to turn the tide and restore ancient sanities Peter Kreeft Author Three Philosophies of Life