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Gilbert Keith Chesterton (29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936) was an English writer, philosopher, Christian apologist, and literary and art critic[1†]. Known for his exuberant personality and rotund figure[1†][2†], Chesterton made significant contributions to English literature through his verse, essays, novels, and short stories[1†][2†].

Early Years and Education

Gilbert Keith Chesterton was born on May 29, 1874, in Campden Hill, Kensington, London[1†][3†].

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He was the son of Edward Chesterton, an estate agent, and Marie Louise Grosjean, of Swiss French origin[1†]. Chesterton was baptized at the age of one month into the Church of England, though his family themselves were irregularly practicing Unitarians[1†].

Chesterton’s education began at St.

Paul’s School[1†][2†][3†][4†]. He was artistically inclined from a young age and also loved literature[1†][4†]. Following his time at St. Paul’s, he attended the Slade School of Art with the aim of becomin