The Mountain People Of Kentucky: An Account Of Present Conditions With The Attitude Of The People Toward Improvement (1906)

By William Henry Haney

Book Overview

""The Mountain People of Kentucky"" is a non-fiction book written by William H. Maney in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the present conditions of the people living in the mountainous regions of Kentucky, USA. The author describes the social, economic, and cultural aspects of the lives of the mountain people, including their customs, traditions, and attitudes towards progress and development.Maney's book offers a unique perspective on the people of Kentucky, who were often perceived as backward and uncivilized by outsiders. He provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges faced by the mountain people, such as poverty, illiteracy, and isolation. The author also discusses the efforts made by various organizations and individuals to improve the living conditions of the people in the region.Overall, ""The Mountain People of Kentucky"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the lives of a marginalized community in the early 20th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Kentucky and the Appalachian region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164090682
• ISBN13: 9781164090687
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"