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_aCobb, Irvin S. _q(Irvin Shrewsbury), _d1876-1944 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Thunders of Silence |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2008-03-29 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced 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) | ||
| 520 | _a"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 story unfolds 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.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aPolitical fiction | ||
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