Gilead

Marilynne Robinson’s “Gilead” is a profound and beautifully written book. The novel is told using the musings of John Ames, an elderly Congregationalist clergyman who is aware of his impending death and is set in the small Iowan town of Gilead. This work explores Ames’s experiences, family history, and personal challenges, written as a letter to his young kid. It looks at human emotions, faith, and the complex relationships between fathers and sons. Robinson creates a reflection on life and what it means to be human through beautiful words.