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Elmer Cantry
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025629025
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 456
Weight: 1.79
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Elmer Gantry is a searing satirical novel by Sinclair Lewis that explores the intersection of religion, commerce, and hypocrisy in early 20th-century America. The story follows the life of the eponymous Elmer Gantry, a charismatic but profoundly flawed individual who discovers that his talent for oratory and manipulation is perfectly suited for the burgeoning world of evangelical revivalism. From his days as a theological student to his rise as a prominent and wealthy minister, Gantry navigates a path of scandal and success, revealing the dark underbelly of institutionalized faith.
Through Lewis's sharp wit and meticulous observation, the work examines the tension between genuine spiritual belief and the opportunistic exploitation of the faithful. Elmer Gantry serves as a powerful critique of American society's susceptibility to charlatanism and the performative nature of public morality. As one of Lewis's most controversial and enduring works, it offers a timeless investigation into human fallibility and the complex dynamics of religious leadership. This masterpiece of realism remains a provocative and essential read for those interested in the social and cultural history of the United States.
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