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Derrick Sterling: A Story of the Mines

By Kirk Munroe

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

"Derrick Sterling: A Story of the Mines" by Kirk Munroe is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book revolves around the life of young Derric...

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2007-06-19
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"Derrick Sterling: A Story of the Mines" by Kirk Munroe is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book revolves around the life of young Derrick Sterling, who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life after the death of his father, a mining engineer. The story begins with Derrick, now working as a breaker boy in a coal mine, as he faces dangerous situations and the struggles of his new life while also trying to support his family. At the start of the narrative, Derrick is seen working in the breaker alongside other boys, including his friend Paul Evert, who is physically disabled. The opening depicts a frantic fire in the breaker that threatens the lives of the boys, emphasizing Derrick’s bravery as he fights to save Paul from the flames. As the chaos unfolds, Derrick’s selflessness becomes apparent when he chooses to help his friend despite the imminent danger, setting the stage for a tale filled with bravery, hardship, and the camaraderie of those working in the mines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Kirk Munroe was an American writer and conservationist.

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