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Synopsis
A description of an elitist group of construction workers who drove tunnels beneath mountains and under rivers and harbors for subways, roads and hydroelectric schemes. The author was involved in this highly paid but very dangerous work for four years in Scotland and this is an account of his experiance. Full of colorful characters and dramatic events. This is the only book published on this subject.
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About the Author
Journalist for 35 years with Irish Echo newspaper, New York.
Author of five books: 1) A Molly Maguire Story 2) Memories of Dungloe) 3) Death In Templecrone 4) The Last Days of Oscar Devenney 5)Tunnel Tigers.
Appeared on numerous documentaries and TV programs.
Review
A poignant, gripping story -- Howard Crown, author, Guide to the Molly Maguires
Brilliant, Moving, Memorable .... Stories that stay with you for life -- Christine Goldbeck, author of A Tribute to O'Hara and Other Stories
I found the book of absorbing interest and read it straight through in one sitting. -- Eric McKeever, author Tales of the Mine Country Anthracite History Journal
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- PublisherP.H. Campbell
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 096377011X
- ISBN 13 9780963770110
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages200
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