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2) Elmer Gantry
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Description
First published in English in 1927, "Elmer Gantry" is Sinclair Lewis' novel which satirizes the Christian fundamentalist and evangelistic movements of the early part of the 20th century. From the 17th century onward there have been a number of efforts to reassert the influence of Christianity on social, cultural, and political life. In America, Christian Revivalism, as it is often referred to, has come in four waves, or "Great Awakenings" starting...
3) The Titans
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Series
Kent family chronicles (John Jakes) volume 5
The Kent family chronicles volume 5
The Kent Chronicles volume 5
American Bicentennial volume 5
The Kent family chronicles volume 5
The Kent Chronicles volume 5
American Bicentennial volume 5
Description
The members of the Kent family's most dynamic generation face internal clashes as the Civil War ignites In the hellish years of the Civil War, the Kent family faces its greatest trials yet. Louis, the devious son of the late Amanda Kent, is in control of the dynasty-and of its seemingly inevitable collapse. His cousin Jephtha Kent, meanwhile, backs the abolitionist cause, while his sons remain devoted Southerners. As the country fractures around the...
4) Arrowsmith
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.5 - AR Pts: 29
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Description
"The first edition of Arrowsmith consists of 500 copies on handmade paper, numbered and signed by the author. Second printing January, 1925."
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Series
Pub. Date
c1988
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Molly conquers her fear of swimming underwater when she and the other campers at Camp Gowonagin divide into two teams to play Color War.Reprint. Published by arrangement with Pleasant Company."Book five"--cover. "Early Chapter Books" collection--look for orange spine label.
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Pub. Date
c1987
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Ages 7-11"--Cover.When an English girl comes to stay at Molly's during World War II, she and Molly learn to bridge their differences and ultimately enjoy a wonderful, mutual birthday party. "Early Chapter Books" collection--look for orange spine label.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Told to make a doll like a pilgrim for the Thanksgiving display at school, Molly's Jewish mother dresses the doll as she herself dressed before leaving Russia to seek religious freedom--much to Molly's embarrassment. Reading Rainbow (Television series) collection--look for green spine label.
10) The Mango season
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Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 10
Description
After seven years of living in the United States, Priya Rao has run out of excuses for not returning to her native India, so she returns home, knowing that her parents will be disappointed in the choices she has made.