{"product_id":"elmer-gantryillustrated-sinclair-lewis-9788357047855","title":"Elmer Gantry(Illustrated)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 stunning \u003cstrong\u003eillustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e bringing the story to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a detailed \u003cstrong\u003esummary\u003c\/strong\u003e of the novel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive \u003cstrong\u003echaracter list\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn-depth \u003cstrong\u003ebiography\u003c\/strong\u003e of author Sinclair Lewis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eElmer Gantry, a powerful and satirical novel by Sinclair Lewis, explores the complexities of faith, ambition, and moral corruption in the world of religious revivalism. Set in early 20th-century America, this timeless classic follows the rise of Elmer Gantry, a charming yet unscrupulous preacher who manipulates his way to the pulpit with a mix of charisma and deceit. As Elmer climbs the ranks of the evangelical world, he finds himself entangled in scandal, hypocrisy, and the pursuit of personal power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough a mix of biting social commentary and richly drawn characters, Lewis unflinchingly critiques the institutions of religion, power, and morality. At the heart of the novel is Elmer himself-a man of contradictions, torn between his desires for fame and his fragile, questionable faith. His complex relationships with the passionate Sister Sharon Falconer and other key figures of the revivalist movement add layers of tension and intrigue to the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis illustrated edition enhances your experience of Elmer Gantry, featuring 20 carefully crafted illustrations that capture the dramatic moments of the narrative. With a comprehensive character list, a summary of the novel, and an insightful author biography, this edition offers a complete and immersive exploration of Sinclair Lewis's masterpiece. Whether you're revisiting this classic or encountering it for the first time, this edition promises to captivate and engage readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Sinclair Lewis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 8357047858\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9788357047855\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Micheal Smith\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/29\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 740\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.85lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.48d","brand":"Sinclair Lewis","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48487398801663,"sku":"9788357047855","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_feb2ece5-2be1-4693-aa16-a58b9bf9fa1c.jpg?v=1778060266","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/elmer-gantryillustrated-sinclair-lewis-9788357047855","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}