All Roads Lead to Rome
Melanie McDonagh's book, 'Converts: From Oscar Wilde to Muriel Spark, Why So Many Became Catholic in the 20th Century,' explores the stories of notable figures who converted to Catholicism. The book highlights the personal journeys of these converts, including Oscar Wilde and G.K. Chesterton, and their struggles with faith and identity. It emphasizes the Church's role as a place of redemption and acceptance for all individuals, regardless of their pasts.
- ▪The Catholic Church experienced significant growth in the United States, particularly among young men.
- ▪McDonagh's book features prominent figures like Oscar Wilde and G.K. Chesterton, detailing their paths to Catholicism.
- ▪The narrative reveals that many of the converts were homosexual, highlighting themes of transgression and redemption.
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| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 09:00:18 +0000 |
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Culture All Roads Lead to Rome REVIEW: 'Converts: From Oscar Wilde to Muriel Spark, Why So Many Became Catholic in the 20th Century' by Melanie McDonagh Edwin Carlson May 24, 2026 image/svg+xml .st0{fill:none;stroke:#384f61;stroke-width:2;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round;stroke-miterlimit:10;} .st1{fill:none;stroke:#384f61;stroke-width:2;stroke-linejoin:round;stroke-miterlimit:10;} The Catholic Church saw incredible growth in the United States this past year, especially among young people (men, in particular). If you're tuned into the online discourse about this trend, you'll be familiar with the tradition-oriented, conservative kind of Catholic who might look down his nose at new, inexperienced converts or those who aren't as orthodox in their faith.
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