The power and the Glory: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The power and the Glory by Graham Greene — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
One of Greene’s most powerful novels, the book takes as its theme the era of religious suppression in Mexico during the early 1930’s. An unnamed Catholic priest, an alcoholic with a shameful past in search of either oblivion or redemption, travels through Mexico administering the rites of the church to the poor landless peasants, hunted by a remorseless police officer and always in fear of being betrayed by those he is attempting to help.
Quick facts about The power and the Glory
- Title: The power and the Glory
- Author: Graham Greene
- First published: 1940
- Genre: anti-clericalism, catholic church, catholics
- OpenLibrary ID: OL106084W
Where to read The power and the Glory
The power and the Glory by Graham Greene is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is The power and the Glory about?
One of Greene’s most powerful novels, the book takes as its theme the era of religious suppression in Mexico during the early 1930’s.
Who wrote The power and the Glory?
The power and the Glory was written by Graham Greene.
When was The power and the Glory published?
The power and the Glory was first published in 1940.
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