The Thunders of Silence by Irvin S. Cobb
"The Thunders of Silence" by Irvin S. Cobb is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The book touches on themes of political dissent, free speech, and societal discord during a tumultuous period marked by World War I. It reflects on the political landscape of the time, exploring the character of Congressman Jason Mallard, who becomes an increasingly controversial figure as he speaks out against the war. The storyunfolds through Congressman Mallard's experience as he challenges the prevailing sentiments of patriotism and militarism in his country. Described as a gifted orator, Mallard finds himself isolated and vilified for his outspoken stance on peace and disarmament, drawing both fervent supporters and vehement detractors. As he faces growing hostility and disdain from the press and public, the narrative builds towards an exploration of the power of silence as a weapon against his influence. Ultimately, Cobb illustrates the devastating psychological effects of societal rejection and the profound silence that can engulf even the most vociferous voices, culminating in a tragic conclusion for Mallard. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury), 1876-1944 |
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| Title | The Thunders of Silence |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeannie Howse, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24936 |
| Release Date | Mar 29, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 131 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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