Coal Country Killing: A Culture, A Union, and the Murders That Changed It All

Name: Coal Country Killing: A Culture, A Union, and the Murders That Changed It All
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Book Synopsis: A triumphant, uplifting true justice story led by jury trial expert, Richard A. Sprague—the indomitable, nationally renowned prosecutor who engaged in the most intense manhunt investigation in police history.Coal Country Killing: A Culture, A Union, And The Murders That Changed It All, revolves around the cold-blooded 1969 assassination of United Mineworkers of America “reform candidate” Jock Yablonski, and murder of his wife and daughter in their Pennsylvania farmhouse. But driving the story are the extraordinary efforts of a tenacious special prosecutor and his “army” of investigators to bring the gunmen, the union boss who ordered the murders, and his henchmen who saw them carried out, to justice. Initially, three bumbling small-time criminals, dubbed “The Hillbilly Hitmen,” were arrested and charged. But they were the tip of the iceberg as the murders were directed by then-UMWA President “Tough Tony” Boyle as revenge for Yablonski running against him in the bitterly contested 1968 union election and to prevent his corruption from being exposed. Up against the tight-lipped culture of Appalachia coal country, legendary Philadelphia homicide prosecutor Richard A. Sprague, and his investigators, spent nearly nine years doggedly working their way up the ladder of those responsible to the final showdown with Boyle. Written by New York Times bestselling authors—former New York County Assistant District Attorney Robert K. Tanenbaum, a lifelong friend of Sprague’s, and Steve Jackson—Coal Country Killing is a tour de force for those who love justice.

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Are you ready for a gripping, true justice story that will keep you on the edge of your seat? Look no further than Coal Country Killing: A Culture, A Union, and the Murders That Changed It All. This electrifying book is led by Richard A. Sprague, a renowned jury trial expert, who takes you on a journey through the most intense manhunt investigation in police history.

Uncover the shocking events surrounding the cold-blooded 1969 assassination of Jock Yablonski, a United Mineworkers of America "reform candidate," along with the murder of his wife and daughter. But this story is about more than just the crimes themselves. It's about the relentless pursuit of justice against all odds.

Follow Richard A. Sprague and his determined team of investigators as they delve deep into the heart of the crime. They encounter a tight-lipped culture in Appalachia's coal country and face off against the influential union boss, "Tough Tony" Boyle, who ordered the murders to prevent his corruption from being exposed.

Prepare to be captivated as you witness the gripping cat-and-mouse chase between Sprague and the elusive gunmen. Experience the highs and lows of their relentless pursuit of justice, spanning nearly nine years. This is a tale of perseverance, resilience, and the unwavering fight for what's right.

If you crave justice, if you're a fan of true crime, or if you simply love a thrilling story that keeps you guessing until the very end, Coal Country Killing is a must-read. Join the ranks of those who seek truth and justice, and get your copy now.

Click here to get your hands on Coal Country Killing: A Culture, A Union, and the Murders That Changed It All and experience the spellbinding journey of Richard A. Sprague's pursuit of justice.

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