The life of a miner and the evils of mining
Explore the harsh life of miners and the dark evils of mining through this curated list of books. Uncover the struggles, dangers, and ethical dilemmas faced in the mining industry.
Book
Coal Run
by Tawni O'Dell
With her eagerly awaited second novel, Tawni O'Dell takes readers back to the coal-mining country of western Pennsylvania. Set in a town ravaged and haunted by a mine explosion that took the lives of 96 men, Coal Run explores the life of local deputy and erstwhile football legend, "The Great Ivan Z.," as he prepares for a former teammate's imminent release from prison. As the week unfolds and Ivan struggles to confront his demons, he reveals himself to be a man whose conscience is burdened by a long-held and shocking secret.