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ELMER GANTRY
Book • 1960
Sinclair Lewis's 'Elmer Gantry' is a satirical novel that critiques religious hypocrisy and the commercialization of faith in 1920s America.
The story follows Elmer Gantry, a charismatic but morally corrupt evangelist, as he rises to prominence through his powerful sermons and scandalous personal life.
Lewis dissects the revivalist movement, exposing the blend of genuine religious fervor and cynical manipulation that characterizes Gantry's career.
The novel explores themes of ambition, deception, and the conflict between spiritual ideals and human fallibility.
'Elmer Gantry' remains a sharp commentary on the darker aspects of American religious culture, challenging readers to question the integrity of those who claim divine authority.
The story follows Elmer Gantry, a charismatic but morally corrupt evangelist, as he rises to prominence through his powerful sermons and scandalous personal life.
Lewis dissects the revivalist movement, exposing the blend of genuine religious fervor and cynical manipulation that characterizes Gantry's career.
The novel explores themes of ambition, deception, and the conflict between spiritual ideals and human fallibility.
'Elmer Gantry' remains a sharp commentary on the darker aspects of American religious culture, challenging readers to question the integrity of those who claim divine authority.
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