A History of Appalachia

A Choice Outstanding Academic Title for 2002 A Selection of The History Book Club "A splendid synthesis. . . . An essential text that establishes the facts, tells the stories, identifies the heroes and villains, explodes the stereotypes, and demystifies and celebrates the region." -- Kirkus Reviews "The first comprehensive history of the Appalachian region. . . . Will be of great utility as a classroom text to introduce students to the essentials of Appalachian history and to the scholarship that informs it." -- Choice "A valuable synthesis of Appalachian history. . . . Ideally suited for use as a textbook in Appalachian studies courses." -- Journal of Appalachian Studies "A remarkably comprehensive single-volume account of Appalachia." -- Lexington Herald-Leader "A much-needed synthesis for Appalachian history. . . . Designed for general readers and as a textbook for undergraduate courses on Appalachia." -- Journal of Southern History