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The Lawless Roads

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Book Synopsis: This eyewitness account of religious and political persecution in 1930s Mexico inspired the British novelist’s “masterpiece,” The Power and the Glory (John Updike). In 1938, Graham Greene, a burgeoning convert to Roman Catholicism, was commissioned to expose the anticlerical purges in Mexico by President Plutarco Elías Calles. Churches had been destroyed, peasants held secret masses in their homes, religious icons were banned, and priests disappeared. Traveling under the growing clouds of fascism, Greene was anxious to see for himself the effect it had on the people—what he found was a combination of despair, resignation, and fierce resilience. Journeying through the rugged and remote terrain of Chiapas and Tabasco, Greene’s emotional, gut response to the landscape, the sights and sounds, the fears, the oppressive heat, and the state of mind under “the fiercest persecution of religion anywhere since the reign of Elizabeth” makes for a vivid and candid account, and stands alone as a “singularly beautiful travel book” (New Statesman). Hailed by William Golding as “the ultimate chronicler of twentieth-century man’s consciousness and anxiety,” Greene would draw on the experiences of The Lawless Roads for one of his greatest novels, The Power and the Glory.

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the riveting account of religious and political persecution in 1930s Mexico through the eyes of acclaimed British novelist, Graham Greene. The Lawless Roads transports you to a tumultuous era where churches were destroyed, priests vanished, and religious icons were banned. Greene's emotional and candid narrative paints a vivid picture of the despair, resilience, and fierce determination of the Mexican people amidst oppressive circumstances.

Experience the raw beauty and harsh reality of Chiapas and Tabasco through Greene's eyes as he navigates through rugged landscapes and oppressive heat. His profound observations and gut-wrenching reactions to the state of mind under intense persecution make The Lawless Roads a captivating and thought-provoking read. This timeless travelogue is not just a literary masterpiece but a poignant reminder of the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Enter the world of Graham Greene's The Lawless Roads and embark on a journey that transcends time and space. Delve into the depths of historical turmoil and witness the resilience of the human soul. Greene's unparalleled storytelling prowess will keep you on the edge of your seat, making this book a must-read for history enthusiasts and literary connoisseurs alike.

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