Catholic Revival in English Literature, 1845-1961, The

Focusing on six key figures of the Catholic revival in English literature, this work examines how their faith influenced their writing from 1845 to 1961. Ian Ker analyzes the contributions of Newman, Hopkins, Belloc, Chesterton, Greene, and Waugh, challenging the notion that a Catholic literary tradition was impossible. He highlights themes such as the Catholic priest as a craftsman and the celebration of everyday Catholic life, presenting a compelling argument for the significance of these writers in shaping a distinct body of Catholic literature.