The Price of Coal A Play
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Language: EnglishPublished:
Authors:
- Brighouse, Harold
1882 - 1958
About this book
In the early 20th century, as industrialization reshaped communities, "The Price of Coal" by Harold Brighouse emerges as a powerful one-act play that vividly portrays the lives of coal miners in a Lanarkshire village. The narrative confronts the stark realities of labor exploitation and the relentless pursuit of survival, highlighting the miners' unyielding spirit amid economic hardship. With its exploration of themes like community resilience and the moral dilemmas surrounding labor rights, this play serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost behind industrial progress. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, "The Price of Coal" invites readers to reflect on the socio-economic challenges of the era while resonating with contemporary struggles for justice and equity.
