Classic Love Stories

Elmer Gantry

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  • 1927 first published
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Elmer Gantry is a 1927 classic romance novel by Sinclair Lewis.

A free LibriVox audiobook (20 h 04 min) is available.

About Elmer Gantry

This novel tells the story of a young, charismatic, and morally corrupt salesman who becomes involved in evangelism. Gantry's involvement in the revivalist circuit brings him into contact with Sister Sharon Falconer, a lay preacher, and Lulu Bains, a former acquaintance who has become a prostitute. The novel explores themes of hypocrisy, greed, and the corrupting influence of power and fame. It was a bestseller upon its release and was adapted into a fabulous film in 1960 starring Burt Lancaster as Gantry. - Summary by William Jones
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Who wrote Elmer Gantry?

Elmer Gantry was written by Sinclair Lewis and first published in 1927.

What genre is Elmer Gantry?

It is usually shelved as Classic Love Stories.

Is there a free audiobook of Elmer Gantry?

Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 20 h 04 min.

What books are similar to Elmer Gantry?

Readers who like it often enjoy The Great Gatsby, A Farewell to Arms and Anthem.

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