The Price of Coal / A Play

Name: The Price of Coal / A Play
Author: Harold Brighouse

By Harold Brighouse

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A single-act domestic drama set in a Lanarkshire colliery village, it stages a dawn scene in a miner’s cottage to reveal the routines, dangers, and solidarities of pit life. The interaction between a young woman and a miner on his way to work foregrounds the ever-present risk of death, practical concerns about marriage and household survival, and the stoicism of working-class women. Rendered in regional speech and concentrated action, the piece pairs gritty details of labor and poverty with small personal choices that illuminate broader community bonds and social pressures.

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Harold Brighouse

Harold Brighouse was an English playwright and novelist, best known for his contributions to early 20th-century theatre. His most famous work, "Hobson's Choice," is a comedy that explores themes of social class and personal ambition in a Lancashire setting. Brighouse's plays often reflect the lives and struggles of working-class characters, infused with humor and wit. In addition to his theatrical works, he wrote novels such as "The Marbeck Inn," showcasing his versatility as a writer. His ability to capture the essence of Northern English life has left a lasting impact on British drama.