The Molly Maguires and the Detectives

Step into the gritty world of 19th-century America — a time of coal mines secret societies and shadowy conspiracies. The Molly Maguires and the Detectives by Allan Pinkerton founder of the world-famous Pinkerton National Detective Agency is one of the earliest and most fascinating true-crime narratives ever written. First published in 1877 this classic work combines real investigative detail with the pace of a detective thriller.Set in the coal-mining regions of Pennsylvania the story unveils the dark and dangerous world of the Molly Maguires a secret organization accused of terrorizing mine owners intimidating workers and resorting to violence to fight exploitation. Tasked with uncovering the truth Pinkerton sends one of his most trusted operatives — James McParlan (alias James McKenna) — deep undercover into the brotherhood.