This collection is the first comprehensive; cohesive volume to unite Appalachian history with its culture. Richard A. Straw and H. Tyler Blethen's High Mountains Rising provides a clear; systematic; and engaging overview of the Appalachian timeline; its people; and the most significant aspects of life in the region. Bringing together many of the most prestigious scholars in Appalachian studies; this volume has been designed for general and classroom use; and includes suggestions for further reading. Appalachian history with its culture. Richard A. Straw and H. Tyler Blethen's High Mountains Rising provides a clear; systematic; and engaging overview of the Appalachian timeline; its people; and the most significant aspects of life in the region. The first half of the fourteen essays deal with historical issues including Native Americans; pioneer settlement; slavery; the Civil War and Reconstruction; industrialization; the Great Depression; migration; and finally; modernization. The remaining essays take a more cultural focus; addressing stereotypes; music; folklife; language; literature; and religion. Bringing together many of the most prestigious scholars in Appalachian studies; this volume has been designed for general and classroom use; and includes suggestions for further reading.
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