This is the story of Karen Silkwood. It begins with her death. Why does her story begin where it should end? Certain people wanted her death to be an ending. Why? What were they afraid of? Karen Silkwood had something to tell us, and she believed that it was important. Why didn't she live to tell us? Will we ever know what really happened? The questions go on and on, but there are no answers. This is a true story. It happened in Oklahoma, USA, where Karen Silkwood lived and worked...and died.

1. The accident
2. The new jop
3. Karen and Drew
4. The shower
5. The new union official
6. The meeting in Washington
7. The brown envelope
8. A 'hot' home
9. Where to go?
10. Karen explains to Drew
11. The nigth drive

- Glossary
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- About the Author
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