Gilbert K. Chesterton Quotes
A thing constructed can only be loved after it is constructed; but a thing created is loved before it exists.
Citations
Chesterton, G. K. Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens. J. M. Dent & Sons, 1911, p. xix.
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Gilbert Keith Chesterton KC*SG was an English writer, philosopher, lay theologian, and literary and art critic. He has been referred to as the "prince of paradox". Time magazine observed of his writing style: "Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories—first carefully turning them inside out."