Gray Dusk (1919)

Gray Dusk is a novel written by Octavus Roy Cohen and published in 1919. The story is set in the small southern town of Corinth, where a young man named Jack Manning returns home after serving in World War I. He finds himself struggling to adjust to civilian life and haunted by the memories of the war. As he tries to find his place in the world, he becomes involved in a murder investigation. The victim is a wealthy businessman who was found dead in his office, and Jack becomes a suspect in the case. He must work to clear his name and find the real killer, all while dealing with his own personal demons.The novel explores themes of post-traumatic stress disorder, the challenges of returning home after war, and the struggles of small-town life. It is a gripping mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, with twists and turns that will keep them guessing until the very end. Overall, Gray Dusk is a classic work of American literature that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the early 20th century.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.