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Mary Campbell a Molly Maguire Legend
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Mary Campbell a Molly Maguire Legend

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In 1877, a group of Irish miners in Carbon County, Pennsylvania were arrested for strikes, sabotage, and murder. They were identified as the Molly Maguires. Twenty men, including tavern owner Alexander Campbell, were sentenced as a result of false testimony and jury tampering, aided by a hired Pinkerton agent. This is the story of Mary Campbell, and her fight to prove her husband's innocence against a corrupt society intent on exploiting the working-class miners. "Mary Campbell A Molly Maguire Legend" weaves together themes of justice, loyalty, love, and the struggle against oppression. Rich with detailed historical context and inspired by real-life events, this historical novel showcases the harsh realities of mining life and the power of the coal companies.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Bookbaby
Date
13 August 2025
Pages
200
ISBN
9798317805494

In 1877, a group of Irish miners in Carbon County, Pennsylvania were arrested for strikes, sabotage, and murder. They were identified as the Molly Maguires. Twenty men, including tavern owner Alexander Campbell, were sentenced as a result of false testimony and jury tampering, aided by a hired Pinkerton agent. This is the story of Mary Campbell, and her fight to prove her husband's innocence against a corrupt society intent on exploiting the working-class miners. "Mary Campbell A Molly Maguire Legend" weaves together themes of justice, loyalty, love, and the struggle against oppression. Rich with detailed historical context and inspired by real-life events, this historical novel showcases the harsh realities of mining life and the power of the coal companies.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Bookbaby
Date
13 August 2025
Pages
200
ISBN
9798317805494