At Play in the Fields of the Lord by Peter Matthiessen
This novel is a deep exploration of clashes between cultures, religions and personal desires, set in the South American jungle. The story focuses on two North American adventurers who are hired to bomb a remote missionary outpost, a zealous evangelical minister trying to convert a tribe of Amazonian Indians, and the Indians themselves, who are struggling to maintain their way of life. The narrative delves into the moral and spiritual dilemmas faced by each character, and the tragic consequences of misunderstanding and intolerance.
The 4752nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1965
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 373
- Words
- 167,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 93rd on 100 Best Books (Montana State University)