The Sin Warriors
The Sin Warriors
Overview
". . . Farris's love for his characters is evident as he forces the reader to look deep inside their souls, from the evil political leader Billy Sloat, who organizes the secret committee to rid Florida schools of homosexuals, to the college freshman David Ashton, who falls victim to Sloat's committee. . . . His style is both original and effortless. The book is not only a compeling read, but it gives insight into a part of American history that we often forget or are too scared to remember." -- David Artavia, Advocate.com, May 31, 2013"Many struggle with trying to figure out who they are. And some face persecution over who they love. "The Sin Warriors" is a novel . . . following David Ashton, a young man who comes into age in the swing of the chaotic 1950s, where McCarthyism puts him in the sights of a state senator out to make a name for himself. When he starts to find happiness, that happiness is threatened, and love faces a tumultuous period. "The Sin Warriors" is an enticing addition to any gay historical fiction collection, highly recommended."-- Midwest Book Review, March, 2013"The Southern legacy of racial segregation,the influence of religious fundamentalism,the politics of social class,and the targeting of post-secondary schools as hotbeds of corruption by anti-intellectual bigots are all seamlessly woven into an absorbingplot about coming of age and learning to love in a dangerous time.This subject matter is the stuff of melodrama, but Farris handles it with understated skill. This novel . . .is both of its time and beyond it." --Jean Roberta, The Gay and Lesbian Review/Worldwide, June/July 2013"What Stockett'sThe Helpdid to bring alive the individual stories of race in the South in the early 1960s, Farris'sSin Warriorsdoes to illuminate the personal and political battles surrounding sexual orientation during the same era - A truly unforgettableread." -- Thomas Serwatka, author,Queer Questions, Clear Answers ''A sizzling tale of closeted corruption, McCarthyite intimidation, ruined lives, state-sponsored pornography, a professor-student love affair, and down-and-dirty politics under the moss-draped oaks of the Sunshine State.'' --Elliott Mackle, author of the Captain Harding series''Farris exposes with a passion the cruel inequalities of Florida's past. He does not forget to tell a story, a touching story rich in historical details, in the process.'' --Sandra McDonald, Lambda Literary Award-winning author ofDiana Comet''Farris' novel is set in Florida over fifty years ago when homosexuality and anything related to what we now know to be 'liberation' was viewed very differently. Judgments and prejudices were ripe and lives were 'lost' during these conflicting times. The rise of hippies with their blooms allowed for more liberal thinking across the States but consecutively homosexuality was suppressed and forbidden in other parts. The novel explores the dichotomy that swirls across the Florida Universities as the main character, David Ashton, embraces an ideal for a new life as a gay man.'' --Edge MiamiDescription
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Overview
". . . Farris's love for his characters is evident as he forces the reader to look deep inside their souls, from the evil political leader Billy Sloat, who organizes the secret committee to rid Florida schools of homosexuals, to the college freshman David Ashton, who falls victim to Sloat's committee. . . . His style is both original and effortless. The book is not only a compeling read, but it gives insight into a part of American history that we often forget or are too scared to remember." -- David Artavia, Advocate.com, May 31, 2013"Many struggle with trying to figure out who they are. And some face persecution over who they love. "The Sin Warriors" is a novel . . . following David Ashton, a young man who comes into age in the swing of the chaotic 1950s, where McCarthyism puts him in the sights of a state senator out to make a name for himself. When he starts to find happiness, that happiness is threatened, and love faces a tumultuous period. "The Sin Warriors" is an enticing addition to any gay historical fiction collection, highly recommended."-- Midwest Book Review, March, 2013"The Southern legacy of racial segregation,the influence of religious fundamentalism,the politics of social class,and the targeting of post-secondary schools as hotbeds of corruption by anti-intellectual bigots are all seamlessly woven into an absorbingplot about coming of age and learning to love in a dangerous time.This subject matter is the stuff of melodrama, but Farris handles it with understated skill. This novel . . .is both of its time and beyond it." --Jean Roberta, The Gay and Lesbian Review/Worldwide, June/July 2013"What Stockett'sThe Helpdid to bring alive the individual stories of race in the South in the early 1960s, Farris'sSin Warriorsdoes to illuminate the personal and political battles surrounding sexual orientation during the same era - A truly unforgettableread." -- Thomas Serwatka, author,Queer Questions, Clear Answers ''A sizzling tale of closeted corruption, McCarthyite intimidation, ruined lives, state-sponsored pornography, a professor-student love affair, and down-and-dirty politics under the moss-draped oaks of the Sunshine State.'' --Elliott Mackle, author of the Captain Harding series''Farris exposes with a passion the cruel inequalities of Florida's past. He does not forget to tell a story, a touching story rich in historical details, in the process.'' --Sandra McDonald, Lambda Literary Award-winning author ofDiana Comet''Farris' novel is set in Florida over fifty years ago when homosexuality and anything related to what we now know to be 'liberation' was viewed very differently. Judgments and prejudices were ripe and lives were 'lost' during these conflicting times. The rise of hippies with their blooms allowed for more liberal thinking across the States but consecutively homosexuality was suppressed and forbidden in other parts. The novel explores the dichotomy that swirls across the Florida Universities as the main character, David Ashton, embraces an ideal for a new life as a gay man.'' --Edge MiamiDescription
Condition Guidelines
Books - New and Used
The following guidelines apply to books:
- New: A brand-new copy with cover and original protective wrapping intact. Books with markings of any kind on the cover or pages, books marked as "Bargain" or "Remainder," or with any other labels attached, may not be listed as New condition.
- Used - Good: All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media.
- Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.
Note: Some electronic material access codes are valid only for one user. For this reason, used books, including books listed in the Used – Like New condition, may not come with functional electronic material access codes.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping Fees
- Stevens Books offers FREE SHIPPING everywhere in the United States for ALL non-book orders, and $3.99 for each book.
- Packages are shipped from Monday to Friday.
- No additional fees and charges.
Delivery Times
The usual time for processing an order is 24 hours (1 business day), but may vary depending on the availability of products ordered. This period excludes delivery times, which depend on your geographic location.
Estimated delivery times:
- Standard Shipping: 5-8 business days
- Expedited Shipping: 3-5 business days
Shipping method varies depending on what is being shipped.
Tracking
All orders are shipped with a tracking number. Once your order has left our warehouse, a confirmation e-mail with a tracking number will be sent to you. You will be able to track your package at all times.
Damaged Parcel
If your package has been delivered in a PO Box, please note that we are not responsible for any damage that may result (consequences of extreme temperatures, theft, etc.).
If you have any questions regarding shipping or want to know about the status of an order, please contact us or email to support@stevensbooks.com.
Returns & Refunds
You may return most items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
- Book with obvious signs of use
- CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Items returned to us as a result of our error will receive a full refund,some returns may be subject to a restocking fee of 7% of the total item price, please contact a customer care team member to see if your return is subject. Returns that arrived on time and were as described are subject to a restocking fee.
Items returned to us that were not the result of our error, including items returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address, will be refunded the original item price less our standard restocking fees.
If the item is returned to us for any of the following reasons, a 15% restocking fee will be applied to your refund total and you will be asked to pay for return shipping:
- Item(s) no longer needed or wanted.
- Item(s) returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address.
- Item(s) returned to us that were not a result of our error.
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
Shipping Cost
We'll pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.). In other cases, you will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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