Rebellion
Author: first_name: Joseph
last_name: Patterson
Language: English
Year: 1911

Cinematic in style and rich in characterization, this novel is set in early 20th century Chicago – in a barroom, at home, and in the workplace. An alcoholic convinces himself of the reasonableness of “just one drink”. A priest defends the Church’s position on the indissolubility of marriage. It is a story of relationships impacted by human frailties, unusual generosity, and religion. 
“It is almost photographic in its accuracy of detail.” – The New York Herald <br>
“Every person in it is someo