Publisher's Synopsis
The Thunders of Silence is a novel written by Irvin S. Cobb and published in 1918. The story follows the life of a young man named John Knox, who is born into a wealthy family in the American South. However, John is different from his family and their expectations of him. He is sensitive and introspective, and he struggles to find his place in the world.As John grows up, he becomes increasingly aware of the injustices and inequalities that exist in society. He is particularly disturbed by the treatment of African Americans and the poor, and he begins to question the values and beliefs of his own family and community.Despite his misgivings, John is unable to find a way to make a difference in the world. He feels powerless and frustrated, and he begins to withdraw into himself. However, a chance encounter with a wise old man named Uncle Remus changes everything.Through Uncle Remus, John learns the power of silence and the importance of listening. He discovers that sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is to simply be present and bear witness to the suffering of others. With this newfound wisdom, John begins to find his voice and his purpose in life.The Thunders of Silence is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of social justice, self-discovery, and the importance of compassion and empathy. It is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
