The Dark Hours

The Dark Hours: Five Scenes From A History is a book written by Don Marquis. It is a historical fiction novel that explores five different moments in history where darkness and tragedy prevailed. The book is divided into five chapters, with each chapter dedicated to a particular scene from history. The first chapter is set during the Black Death in Europe, where the bubonic plague ravaged the continent and killed millions of people. The second chapter takes place during the Salem witch trials in colonial America, where innocent people were accused of witchcraft and executed. The third chapter is set during the French Revolution, where the Reign of Terror led to the execution of thousands of people, including the royal family. The fourth chapter takes place during World War II, where the Holocaust resulted in the genocide of six million Jews. The final chapter is set during the Vietnam War, where American soldiers were sent to fight in a conflict that many did not understand or support. Through these five scenes, Marquis explores the darkest moments in human history and the impact they had on the people who lived through them. The Dark Hours: Five Scenes From A History is a thought-provoking and emotional read that delves into the complexities of human nature and the consequences of our actions. It is a book that will stay with readers long after they have finished reading 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.