The Power and the Glory
Interesting Facts
- The book was written under the influence of the author's trip to Mexico, where he witnessed the persecution of the Catholic Church.
- The main character, known as the 'whisky priest', is one of the most complex and contradictory figures in Graham Greene's literature.
- The novel explores themes of faith, sin, and redemption, challenging traditional notions of holiness and sin.
- The book was banned in Ireland due to its critical view of religion and the church.
- The novel is considered one of Graham Greene's best works and is included in Time magazine's list of the 100 best English-language novels.
Date of publication: 10 October 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Classical literature
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