Episodes

  • King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 30-32

    King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 30-32
    Jun 18 2026
    In which Hal and Mary find their old friend John Edstrom grievously injured by unidentified assailants, awakening Hal’s deep indignation and resolve to challenge the coal-company’s harsh dominion. They tend to the old miner’s needs amidst the stark realities of the mining community, while encounters with fellow workers like Mike reveal the enduring bonds and stoic hardships that define their shared struggle.
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    23 mins
  • King Coal Postscript

    King Coal Postscript
    Jun 18 2026
    In which the author reflects with a measured tone on the veracity of *King Coal*, underscoring its truthful depiction of the harsh realities endured by miners and their families within unorganised labour-camps across several American states. The text recounts a landmark court decision that exposes the manipulation of political processes by powerful coal corporations, illustrating a broader struggle between industrial might and the democratic rights of the working class.
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    32 mins
  • King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 24-26

    King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 24-26
    Jun 17 2026
    In which a disguised Hal delivers an impassioned message to the miners of North Valley, urging patience and unity under the union’s cause amidst their harsh lives and wary eyes. The episode closes with Hal’s weary yet spirited return to Pedro, bringing a curious token of local custom that sparks both amusement and disbelief between brothers.
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    23 mins
  • King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 27-29

    King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 27-29
    Jun 17 2026
    In which Hal Warner observes with sober reflection the aftermath of a failed strike, encountering the harsh realities of displacement and despair among the miners, while seeing the contrast between his own comfort and the destitution around him. He shares a poignant and candid farewell with Mary Burke, whose anger and pride reveal the deep chasms wrought by class distinctions and the enduring spirit of those who strive for justice.
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    23 mins
  • King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 17-20

    King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 17-20
    Jun 16 2026
    In which two brothers, divided by class and conscience, traverse the tense landscape of coal-mining villages where secret unions and cautious leaders strive against the iron rule of mine owners. Through measured talk and earnest revelations, the elder learns of the patient, resilient work beneath the bitter surface of labour strife, while suspicion and surveillance linger unseen in the hotel’s quiet corners.
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    23 mins
  • King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 21-23

    King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 21-23
    Jun 16 2026
    In which a weary group of miners confront their leaders with bitter disappointment over failed hopes and struggling solidarity, revealing the heavy burdens borne by all who strive for justice amidst hardship. Hal, compelled by conscience and camaraderie, adopts a whimsical but daring disguise to navigate perilous paths and kindle the embers of their cause once more.
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    19 mins
  • King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 12-14

    King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 12-14
    Jun 15 2026
    In which Hal faces the heavy burden of loyalty and justice as he grapples with the plight of the miners and their families, determined to stand by them despite his brother Edward’s urgent pleas to leave for safety. Amidst rising tensions and the forcible removal of union leaders, Hal addresses the desperate crowd with a steady call for solidarity and hope, forging a solemn pledge to fight alongside them for their rights and dignity.
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    20 mins
  • King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 15-16

    King Coal Book 4 - The Will of King Coal; Sections 15-16
    Jun 15 2026
    In which Hal Warner, accompanied by his brother Edward, boldly confronts the superintendent of the coal camp, Mr. Cartwright, seeking justice for the workers and challenging the oppressive authority exercised under the guise of law. Their exchange reveals the deep entanglement of corporate power with local governance, casting a bleak but telling light on the true nature of the miners’ plight.
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    15 mins