Elmer Gantry [Naxos] - Sinclair Lewis torrent

Category: Adults, Classic, General Fiction, Literature
Language: English
Keywords: Naxos

Written by Sinclair Lewis
Read by Adam Sims
Format: M4B
Bitrate: 64 Kbps
Unabridged

A blistering rebuke of religious hypocrisy, Elmer Gantry is the story of a charismatic and manipulative social climber who rises to power within his church, despite his insincerity. Though he preaches against immorality and temptation, Reverend Dr Elmer Gantry can’t seem to give up his own vices, and he leaves a trail of broken people behind him in his pursuit of pleasure and power, betraying anybody and doing anything to get ahead. Published in 1927, the novel created a furore upon its publication, resulting in threats of violence against the author, who was called ‘Satan’s cohort’. However, the book was a commercial success, and it is considered a landmark in American literature. It is recognised today for its prescient depiction of power and fanaticism.