I am looking forward to seeing you all this Thursday evening as we conclude our foray into the mind of Chesterton. This meeting will have, at least for those of us who consider the Emerald Isle to be the mother country, special significance as this is the meeting that is the nearest to St. Patrick's day. Chesterton, in the last chapter, gives deference to the Irish. Chesterton says of the Irish:
"The Irish peasants are the only poor men in these islands who have forced their masters to disgorge. These people, whom we call priest-ridden, are the only Britons who will not be squire-ridden."
Even if you are more partial to the Scots or take umbrage with Chesterton's attention paid to the shamrock vice the thistle (and you know who you are) you'll have to admit that the Irish have overcome a lot of adversity. With that said, see you all Thursday evening at 6:30 at Thompson's.
Erin go Bragh!
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