They Died for King Coal
Author : Lacy A. Dillon
Publisher :
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 10,16 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Coal mine accidents
ISBN :
King Coal
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher :
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 38,3 MB
Release : 1917
Category : Coal miners
ISBN :
Book Description
"King Coal is a 1917 novel by Upton Sinclair that describes the poor working conditions in the coal mining industry in the western United States during the 1910s, from the perspective of a single protagonist, Hal Warner"--OCLC.
Death in Mud Lick
Author : Eric Eyre
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 22,1 MB
Release : 2020-03-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 198210533X
Book Description
A New York Times Critics’ Top Ten Book of the Year * 2021 Edgar Award Winner Best Fact Crime * A Lit Hub Best Book of The Year From a Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative reporter at the Charleston Gazette-Mail, a “powerful,” (The New York Times) urgent, and heartbreaking account of the corporate greed that pumped millions of pain pills into small Appalachian towns, decimating communities. In a pharmacy in Kermit, West Virginia, 12 million opioid pain pills were distributed in just three years to a town with a population of 382 people. One woman, after losing her brother to overdose, was desperate for justice. Debbie Preece’s fight for accountability for her brother’s death took her well beyond the Sav-Rite Pharmacy in coal country, ultimately leading to three of the biggest drug wholesalers in the country. She was joined by a crusading lawyer and by local journalist, Eric Eyre, who uncovered a massive opioid pill-dumping scandal that shook the foundation of America’s largest drug companies—and won him a Pulitzer Prize. Part Erin Brockovich, part Spotlight, Death in Mud Lick details the clandestine meetings with whistleblowers; a court fight to unseal filings that the drug distributors tried to keep hidden, a push to secure the DEA pill-shipment data, and the fallout after Eyre’s local paper, the Gazette-Mail, the smallest newspaper ever to win a Pulitzer Prize for investigative reporting, broke the story. Eyre follows the opioid shipments into individual counties, pharmacies, and homes in West Virginia and explains how thousands of Appalachians got hooked on prescription drugs—resulting in the highest overdose rates in the country. But despite the tragedy, there is also hope as citizens banded together to create positive change—and won. “A product of one reporter’s sustained outrage [and] a searing spotlight on the scope and human cost of corruption and negligence” (The Washington Post) Eric Eyre’s intimate portrayal of a national public health crisis illuminates the shocking pattern of corporate greed and its repercussions for the citizens of West Virginia—and the nation—to this day.
Big Coal
Author : Jeff Goodell
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 12,22 MB
Release : 2007-04-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0547526628
Book Description
New York Times–Bestselling Author:“Should be ready by anyone who owns a microwave, or an iPod, or a table lamp, which is to say everyone.” —Elizabeth Kolbert, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Sixth Extinction A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year Coal is still a significant source of power in the United States—and coal mining is still a deadly and environmentally destructive industry. Much of the carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere each year comes from coal-fired power plants, and in recent decades air pollution from coal plants has killed more than half a million Americans. In this eye-opening call to action, Jeff Goodell explains the costs and consequences of America’s addiction to coal and discusses how we can kick the habit. “[A] compelling indictment . . . powerful.” —The New York Times Book Review “Goodell’s description of the mining-related deaths, the widespread health consequences of burning coal and the impact on our planet’s increasingly fragile ecosystem make for compelling reading, but . . . are not what lift this book out of the ordinary. That distinction belongs to Goodell’s fieldwork, which takes him to Atlanta, West Virginia, Wyoming, China and beyond.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Goodell does a first-rate job of balancing environmental concerns with interviews from the human faces associated with ‘Big Coal’.” —Library Journal
Stealing Coal
Author : Laurann Dohner
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 15,65 MB
Release : 2016-11-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781944526726
Book Description
Jill has learned the hard way that men can't be trusted and sex only causes pain. In the lawlessness of space, women are a sexual commodity-to be used and abused. She's doing a man's job, with only her father's brutal reputation and three androids to help keep her alive when she sees a massive, handsome cyborg chained to a freight table. The abusive crew plans to sell him to fight in gruesome death matches. It's stupid, it's insane, but Jill can't leave him to such a horrible fate. Coal has survived being a captive breeding slave and irreversible damage to his cyborg implants, but his honor is still intact. He's grateful Jill saved him and he'll repay her the only way he can. He'll fix her-with his mouth, his hands and his body. He can teach the little human just how much pleasure she's capable of feeling.
Coal Wars
Author : Richard Martin
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 40,24 MB
Release : 2015-04-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 1466879246
Book Description
Since the late 18th century, when it emerged as a source of heating and, later, steam power, coal has brought untold benefits to mankind. Even today, coal generates almost 45 percent of the world's power. Our modern technological society would be inconceivable without coal and the energy it provides. Unfortunately, that society will not survive unless we wean ourselves off coal. The largest single source of greenhouse gases, coal is responsible for 43 percent of the world's carbon emissions. Richard Martin, author of SuperFuel, argues that to limit catastrophic climate change, we must find a way to power our world with less polluting energy sources, and we must do it in the next couple of decades—or else it is "game over." It won't be easy: as coal plants shut down across the United States, and much of Europe turns to natural gas, coal use is growing in the booming economies of Asia— particularly China and India. Even in Germany, where nuclear power stations are being phased out in the wake of the Fukushima accident, coal use is growing. Led by the Sierra Club and its ambitious "Beyond Coal" campaign, environmentalists hope to drastically reduce our dependence on coal in the next decade. But doing so will require an unprecedented contraction of an established, lucrative, and politically influential worldwide industry. Big Coal will not go gently. And its decline will dramatically change lives everywhere—from Appalachian coal miners and coal company executives to activists in China's nascent environmental movement. Based on a series of journeys into the heart of coal land, from Wyoming to West Virginia to China's remote Shanxi Province, hundreds of interviews with people involved in, or affected by, the effort to shrink the industry, and deep research into the science, technology, and economics of the coal industry, Coal Wars chronicles the dramatic stories behind coal's big shutdown—and the industry's desperate attempts to remain a global behemoth. A tour de force of literary journalism, Coal Wars will be a milestone in the climate change battle.
King Coal : A Novel
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : Namaskar Book
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 32,39 MB
Release : 2024-02-12
Category :
ISBN :
Book Description
Delve into the heart of industrialization and its consequences with Upton Sinclair's "King Coal". Brace yourself for a gripping exploration of the harsh realities faced by workers in the coal mines and the dark underbelly of industrial society. As Sinclair's powerful narrative unfolds, prepare to confront the brutal truths of exploitation, corruption, and human suffering that lurk beneath the veneer of progress. But amidst the darkness lies a question that demands to be answered: At what cost do we fuel the engines of progress, and who bears the burden of industrialization's relentless march forward? Experience the raw emotion and stark realism of Sinclair's storytelling as he exposes the harsh realities of life in the coal mines and the struggles of those caught in the grip of industrialization. Are you prepared to confront the harsh truths of industrial society and the human cost of progress? Enter a world where greed and exploitation reign supreme, and the lives of workers hang in the balance. Don't miss your chance to experience the eye-opening revelations of "King Coal". Purchase your copy now and join Sinclair on a journey through the dark heart of industrial America. Indulge in the powerful prose of Upton Sinclair as he unveils the reality of industrialization and its far-reaching consequences in this unforgettable tale.
The Coal Question; an Inquiry Concerning the Progress of the Nation, and the Probable Exhaustion of Our Coal-Mines
Author : William Stanley Jevons
Publisher :
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 45,48 MB
Release : 1865
Category :
ISBN :
Book Description
King Coal
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 10,59 MB
Release : 2021-01-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8184306636
Book Description
King Coal: A Novel 1917: Upton Sinclair's International Classic Bestseller Book by Upton Sinclair: Immerse yourself in the gritty world of the coal mining industry with King Coal by Upton Sinclair. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, this powerful novel exposes the harsh realities and exploitation faced by miners. Through vivid storytelling and social commentary, Sinclair sheds light on the struggles of the working class, the corruption of corporate power, and the fight for labor rights. A timeless classic that remains relevant to this day. Key Aspects of the Book King Coal: Social Realism: Upton Sinclair's novel is renowned for its vivid depiction of the working-class experience. King Coal exposes the harsh working conditions, poverty, and injustices faced by coal miners during the early industrial era. Sinclair's writing captures the gritty realities of their lives, offering readers a glimpse into a world of struggle, resilience, and social inequality. Labor Rights and Social Justice: The book delves into the labor movement and the fight for workers' rights. Sinclair's protagonist navigates the challenges of organizing labor unions, confronting corrupt mine owners, and advocating for fair treatment and safer working conditions. King Coal raises important questions about social justice, economic disparity, and the power dynamics within society. Political and Social Commentary: Through his powerful narrative, Sinclair provides incisive social and political commentary. The novel explores themes of corporate greed, political corruption, and the impact of capitalism on the lives of the working class. Sinclair's critiques of the system and his call for social reform resonate with readers, prompting reflection on issues that persist in society today. Upton Sinclair was an American author and social reformer known for his investigative journalism and powerful novels that exposed social injustices. King Coal is one of his seminal works, highlighting the plight of coal miners and the systemic problems within the industrial landscape of early 20th-century America. Sinclair's activism and writings sparked public awareness and contributed to significant reforms in labor rights and working conditions. His legacy as a champion of social justice and political reform endures to this day.
The Coal King's Slaves
Author : William G. Williams
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,36 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Brothers
ISBN : 9781572493193
Book Description
"A father and his three sons face blackness, filth, hardships, and extreme danger inthe anthracite coal mines of eastern Pennsylvania while the woman of their home struggles to keep her family alive."--Page 4 of cover.
