Voices from the Miners' Strike and Beyond

This chapter explores the themes and significance of Charlotte Wood's 'Stoneyard Devotional,' nominated for the Booker Prize, and highlights the inspiring narrative of the play 'Odyssey 1984,' which connects Homer's epic with the 1984 miners' strike in South Wales. It delves into the resilience of miners and their families, recounting poignant memories of community struggles, the involvement of women in supporting their loved ones, and the impact of international solidarity. Personal stories from the era reveal deep emotional ties and the evolving political awareness of individuals like John O'Donnell as they navigate cultural challenges abroad.