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Profits of Religion

Upton Sinclair

Profits of Religion

Profits of Religion

Upton Sinclair

Published in 1917, 'The Profits of Religion: An Essay in Economic Interpretation' by Upton Sinclair critiques institutionalized religion in the United States prior to World War I. Sinclair argues that religion serves as a financial benefit for corrupt individuals and supports various forms of oppression and exploitation. This work is notable for its economic analysis of religious institutions and their societal impact.

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