Frances Chesterton

Frances Alice Blogg Chesterton (28 June 1869 – 12 December 1938) was an English author of verse, songs and school drama. The wife of G. K. Chesterton, she had a large role in his career as his amanuensis and personal manager.

Early life Frances was born on 28 June 1869, the first of seven children of George William Blogg and Blanche . The family was of French Huguenot origin, the last name being anglicised from de Blogue. Frances's mother taught her and her sisters to think independently, having them attend London's first kindergarten. She was educated at a progressive Ladies' School in Fitzroy Square run by Rosalie and Minna Praetorius, followed by Notting Hill High School.

admired Frances's faith and how she lived it out by reading the Bible, teaching Sunday school, and taking care of the sick and elderly. Frances introduced him to the Holy Trinity and Jesus. In Chesterton's poem The Ballad of the White Horse, he gives Frances the recognition of this impact in his life, showing that she was the reason he converted:

Therefore I bring these rhymes to you Who brought the cross to me.

Death and legacy In 1909, the couple moved to Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, where they lived until their deaths.

The Charity of Frances Alice Chesterton was established by her will and was registered as a charity in 1965 (registered charity number 252034). It supports the work of the Catholic Church in the parish of Beaconsfield.

Works Plays The Children's Crusade Sir Cleges