The New Jerusalem
The New Jerusalem, published in 1920, is G. K. Chesterton's account of a journey through Egypt to Palestine shortly after the First World War, written up from notes first printed in a newspaper. Chesterton describes the way across the desert, the gates and streets of Jerusalem and the mix of peoples and faiths he found there, and uses what he sees to reflect on sightseeing, on the meaning of the Crusades, on the fall of chivalry and on the relations of East and West. The book is full of his paradoxes and his Catholic sympathies. Its final chapter, on Zionism, also expresses views about Jews that reflect the prejudices of its author and period. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Frequently asked questions about The New Jerusalem
The New Jerusalem by G. K. Chesterton can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read The New Jerusalem online?
Yes. The New Jerusalem opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
Is The New Jerusalem free to read on Vinteuil?
The first chapter of The New Jerusalem is free, without an account. To read the whole book, either buy its online reading for $2.99 (£2.99 in the UK) and keep it forever, or subscribe to Vinteuil Reading for $4.99/month (£4.99/month in the UK) or $39.99/year, with 1 month free for new subscribers. The subscription opens every book in the library and can be cancelled at any time.
Is The New Jerusalem in the public domain?
Yes. The New Jerusalem by G. K. Chesterton is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The New Jerusalem?
About 6 h 13 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The New Jerusalem?
The New Jerusalem by G. K. Chesterton is filed under "Classics" in the Vinteuil library.
