"Whistlin' and Crowin' Women of Appalachia" turns what everybody knows and takes for granted into explicit facts of the experiences and lives of these women. Th

"Whistlin' and Crowin' Women of Appalachia" turns what everybody knows and takes for granted into explicit facts of the experiences and lives of these women. Th

Appalachia faces overwhelming challenges that plague many rural areas across the country, including poorly funded schools, stagnant economic development, corrup

Tradition, community, and pride are fundamental aspects of the history of Appalachia, and the language of the region is a living testament to its rich heritage.

Path-breaking research on women and literacy in the past decade established conventions and advanced innovative methods that push the making of knowledge into n