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Blood Runs Coal: The Yablonski Murders and the Battle for the United Mine Workers of America,Used
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Finalist for the 2021 Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Fact CrimeThe shocking assassination that catalyzed groundbreaking reform in Big Coal.In the early hours of New Years Eve 1969, in the small soft coal mining borough of Clarksville, Pennsylvania, longtime trade union insider Joseph Jock Yablonski and his wife and daughter were brutally murdered in their old stone farmhouse. Seven months earlier, Yablonski had announced his campaign to oust the corrupt president of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), Tony Boyle, who had long embezzled UMWA funds, silenced intraunion dissent, and served the interests of Big Coal companies. Yablonski wanted to return the union to the coal miners it was supposed to represent and restore the organization to what it had once been, a powerful force for social good. Boyle was enraged about his opponents bid to take overand would go to any lengths to maintain power.The most infamous crimes in the history of American labor unions, the Yablonski murders triggered one of the most intensive and successful manhunts in FBI historyand also led to the first successful rankandfile takeover of a major labor union in modern U.S. history, one that inspired workers in other labor unions to rise up and challenge their own entrenched, outoftouch leaders.An extraordinary portrait of one of the nations major unions on the brink of historical change, Blood Runs Coal comes at a time of resurgent labor movements in the United States and the current administrations attempts to bolster the fossil fuel industry. Brilliantly researched and compellingly written, it sheds light on the farreaching effects of industrial and socioeconomic change that unfold across America to this day. 8 pages of photographs
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Blood Runs Coal'? A: 'Blood Runs Coal' explores the assassination of Joseph 'Jock' Yablonski and its impact on labor reforms within the United Mine Workers of America, highlighting the struggles against corruption in the union.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Blood Runs Coal'? A: The book is authored by Mark A. Bradley, who provides a detailed account of the events surrounding the Yablonski murders.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Blood Runs Coal' is available in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Blood Runs Coal'? A: 'Blood Runs Coal' was published on October 13, 2020.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Blood Runs Coal'? A: The book contains 352 pages, providing a comprehensive examination of its subject matter.
- Q: Is 'Blood Runs Coal' suitable for readers interested in labor history? A: Yes, 'Blood Runs Coal' is an excellent choice for those interested in labor history, as it delves into significant events in American labor movements and the fight against union corruption.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, 'Blood Runs Coal' features 8 pages of photographs that complement the narrative and provide visual context to the events discussed.
- Q: Is this book a finalist for any awards? A: 'Blood Runs Coal' was a finalist for the 2021 Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Fact Crime, highlighting its quality and relevance in true crime literature.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Blood Runs Coal'? A: The book explores themes of corruption, labor rights, social justice, and the impact of industrial change on workers and communities.
- Q: Can 'Blood Runs Coal' help understand current labor movements? A: Yes, the book provides historical insights that are relevant to understanding contemporary labor movements in the United States, making it a valuable resource for current events.