Question

What is the author’s purpose in The Fallacy of Success?

Answer 1

G. K. Chesterton wrote the essay ''The Fallacy of Success'' to expose the false claims of books that teach the secrets of success. He demonstrates how the lessons in those self-help books are empty, vague statements that don't lead readers to gain wealth. Instead, he says, they promote snobbery, greed, and materialism.