“Men never do evil so completely and cheerfully as when they do it from religious conviction.”

- Blaise Pascal (1623-1642)

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Some describe Post World War II United States as the best time in our country's history, when more families could fulfill their “American Dream.” My story is set during this optimistic world of sugar-coated civility. Yet, these tales are not unique; we find them in every life. The struggles between good and evil; sin and forgiveness; shame and pride have existed throughout history and are integral parts of the human condition.