The Lightning-Rod Man

The Lightning-Rod Man
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Publisher : Harper Collins
Total Pages : 16
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ISBN-10 : 9781443435079
ISBN-13 : 1443435074
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Book Synopsis The Lightning-Rod Man by : Herman Melville

Download or read book The Lightning-Rod Man written by Herman Melville and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2014-04-22 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When an unnamed narrator opens his door to a lightning-rod salesman, the two become involved in a philosophical discussion about faith and the will of God. The salesman claims that the copper rod will protect its owner from the very lightning that the narrator believes to be an act of God. As they argue, and the narrator laughs off the explanations, the salesman becomes increasingly and violently angry. The allegorical nature of Herman Melville’s tale explores the ideas of good and evil, and faith in God before faith in fear. This story was included as part of Melville’s collection The Piazza Tales. HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.


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