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The Leatherwood God (Cram Edition)

The Leatherwood God (Cram Edition)

William Dean Howells

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Editorial:
XpressPress
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781026159552
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This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Leatherwood God pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.'The Leatherwood God' by William Dean Howells explores themes of religious fanaticism in 19th-century Ohio. This historical fiction novel delves into the sway a charismatic cult leader, Joseph C. Dylks, holds over a community. Set against the backdrop of a burgeoning religious movement centered around the self-proclaimed 'Leatherwood God,' the story examines the powerful influence of belief and the potential for deception. Howells’s meticulously crafted narrative provides a compelling glimpse into a specific time and place, capturing the fervor and anxieties of a society grappling with faith and identity. Readers interested in literary fiction that examines historical and religious themes will find this novel a captivating read. A timeless exploration of faith and its consequences, 'The Leatherwood God' remains a powerful and relevant work.

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