The Gallows Pole

The Gallows Pole, a captivating novel by Benjamin Myers, was published in 2019 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC. This engrossing work of fiction belongs to a genre that masterfully blends historical and crime elements. Set against the backdrop of the 18th century Yorkshire, the story revolves around a group of defiant coin clippers led by the charismatic 'King David Hartley.' As they navigate the harsh realities of life, their audacious exploits draw the attention of the authorities, setting the stage for a gripping narrative. Benjamin Myers, with his unique storytelling prowess, paints a vivid picture of the era, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction. The Gallows Pole is a testament to Myers' skill as a writer and Bloomsbury Publishing's commitment to bringing engaging stories to readers.

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Soon to be a six-part TV series co-produced by the BBC and A24, directed by Shane Meadows and starring Tom Burke, George MacKay and Thomas Turgoose

WINNER OF THE 2018 WALTER SCOTT PRIZE
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'Powerful, visceral writing, historical fiction at its best. Benjamin Myers is one to watch' - Pat Barker

'Phenomenal' - Sebastian Barry

'Superb' - The Times
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From his remote moorland home, David Hartley assembles a gang of weavers and land-workers to embark upon a criminal enterprise that will capsize the economy and become the biggest fraud in British history.

They are the Cragg Vale Coiners and their business is 'clipping' - the forging of coins, a treasonous offence punishable by death. When an excise officer vows to bring them down and with the industrial age set to change the face of England forever, Hartley's empire begins to crumble.

Forensically assembled, The Gallows Pole is a true story of resistance and a rarely told alternative history of the North.
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'One of my books of the year . It's the best thing Myers has done' - Robert Macfarlane, Big Issue Books of the Year