Elmer Gantry

Elmer Gantry is a fictional character from the novel by Sinclair Lewis. He’s a charismatic and ambitious preacher who uses charm and manipulation to gain followers and influence, often prioritizing personal gain over genuine faith. Gantry’s character explores themes of hypocrisy, morality, and corruption within religious institutions, illustrating how charisma and cleverness can be used for both good and bad purposes. His story serves as a critique of religious exploitation and the vulnerability of followers to charismatic figures.