Publisher's Synopsis
When The Cock Crows is a historical fiction novel by Waldron Baily, first published in 1918. The novel is set during the American Civil War and follows the story of a young man named John Graham who enlists in the Union Army to fight for his country. As John experiences the horrors of war, he begins to question his beliefs and struggles with the morality of killing other human beings. Along the way, he meets a young woman named Mary, who becomes his love interest and provides him with a glimmer of hope in the midst of chaos. The novel also explores the themes of loyalty, duty, and sacrifice as John and his fellow soldiers fight for their cause. As the war progresses, John faces difficult decisions and must navigate the complex politics of the time. Baily's writing style is vivid and descriptive, painting a realistic picture of the brutality of war and the toll it takes on those who fight in it. When The Cock Crows is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that provides a unique perspective on the Civil War and the individuals who fought in it.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.
