Between cave-ins, explosions, accidents, and black lung, coal mining was a deadly job. Battle of Blair Mountain in 1921 depicted in Rednecks highlights labor uprising.
Rednecks, a historical novel by Taylor Brown, delves into the 1920-1921 coal miners' uprising. It features diverse characters like Doc Muhanna, Frank Hugham, and Beulah, interwoven with real-life figures like Mother Jones.
The Battle of Blair Mountain was a key event stemming from the division between miners risking their lives and those profiting. Rednecks showcases the struggle and sacrifices, framing it within American history.
Rednecks by Taylor Brown provides a comprehensive narrative of the coal miners' fight against mine owners, the government, and the state militia. It explores themes of labor rights, sacrifices, and historical events with a diverse cast of characters.
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