This in-depth analysis examines how and why Southern culture was forever changed when Scotch-Irish immigrants flooded the Appalachian Mountains in the 1700s. Geographical similarities between Southern Appalachia and the Highlands of Scotland and Ireland are discussed; as well as the parallels and differences of the two cultures in four basic areas—music and dance; agricultural practices; fighting and hunting techniques; and technological innovativeness. More than 300 years of the communities' ideology is explored based on data culled from ethnographic observation; interviews at various heritage sites; historic accounts; archived letters; and other textual documentation.
#117604 in Books Chris Hedges 2016-05-10 2016-05-10Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.25 x .62 x 6.12l; .0 #File Name: 156858542X304 pagesWages of Rebellion
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. intelligent and well-researchedBy PollyThis should be a must read for everyone who sees and is concerned about the conditions we are living in. Chris's writing is engaging; intelligent and well-researched. He concisely zeroes in on the history and maps the path to where we are as a society; where we might or might not go as a people. I cannot reccomend this book more strongly or confidently.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Goes very deep into history.By Cecile L. HandHe goes into history (and how!) A bit too much maybe. It's easy to get sidetracked when writing this way. Probably better to read than to listen to.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Wages of RebellionBy Mark ClineHedges makes you look upon today's society in a more introspective way. He laces history and current events in a way that keeps the reader affixed; but all the while makes one consider the role they play in shaping an unknowable future.
