51 pages 1 hour read

Graham Greene

The Power and the Glory

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1940

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The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene is praised for its compelling exploration of faith, sin, and redemption set against the backdrop of religious persecution in Mexico. Critics highlight Greene's masterful prose and deep character development. However, some find its bleak tone and slow pacing challenging. This nuanced novel offers profound themes but demands patient readers.

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Who Should Read The Power and the Glory?

A reader who would enjoy The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene likely appreciates intricate character studies and moral complexities. Fans of works like The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky or The Stranger by Albert Camus, which explore human frailty and redemption, will find it compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Classic Fiction
Historical Fiction
British Literature
Themes
Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Values/Ideas: Fate
Topics
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Religion / Spirituality
Class