Forgotten Men of Cripple Creek by Leslie Doyle Spell is a non-fiction book that explores the lives of the men who worked in the mines of Cripple Creek, Colorado during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a collection of stories and accounts of the miners and their families, who were often overlooked and forgotten in the history of the town.The book begins with an introduction to the history of Cripple Creek, a booming mining town that attracted thousands of people in search of gold and fortune. The author ...
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Forgotten Men of Cripple Creek by Leslie Doyle Spell is a non-fiction book that explores the lives of the men who worked in the mines of Cripple Creek, Colorado during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a collection of stories and accounts of the miners and their families, who were often overlooked and forgotten in the history of the town.The book begins with an introduction to the history of Cripple Creek, a booming mining town that attracted thousands of people in search of gold and fortune. The author then delves into the lives of the miners, describing their work in the dangerous and grueling mines, their living conditions, and their struggles with poverty and illness.Spell also explores the social and cultural aspects of life in Cripple Creek, including the role of women and children in the community, the impact of religion and spirituality, and the influence of politics and labor unions. Throughout the book, she provides a vivid and detailed picture of the daily lives of the miners, drawing on historical records, personal accounts, and interviews with descendants of the miners.Forgotten Men of Cripple Creek is a compelling and informative read that sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of American history. It offers a unique perspective on the lives of working-class Americans during a time of great social and economic change, and provides a valuable contribution to the study of labor history and the American West.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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