King Coal Book 2 - The Serfs of King Coal; Sections 4-6

In which Hal engages in a solemn conversation with John Edstrom, an old miner who recounts the brutal suppression of a massive strike and reflects with quiet hope on a future where workers might find justice and mercy. Subsequently, Hal finds himself entwined in the subtle manoeuvrings of mine politics, as the pit-boss enlists him to spy on the miners’ sentiments ahead of an important election, while Hal navigates these intrigues with a mix of youthful gaiety and cautious prudence.