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Sinclair lewis mercilessly skewers a narcissistic preacher who exploits christianity. The book was published in multiple languages including. The first edition of the novel was published in 1925, and was written by sinclair lewis. Elmer gantry felt as if id read it already because the protagonist has been so widely referenced in american culture. The book was published in multiple languages including french, consists of 352 pages and is available in paperback format. Universally recognized as a landmark in american literature, elmer gantry scandalized.
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