Southern West Virginia and the struggle for modernity / Christopher Dorsey.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dorsey, Christopher, 1972-

Series:

Contributions to southern Appalachian studies ; 28.

Contributions to southern Appalachian studies ; 28

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Civilization.

Economic development.

West Virginia--History.

West Virginia.

History.

Economic development--West Virginia.

West Virginia--Civilization.

West Virginia--Politics and government.

Politics and government.

Physical Description:

x, 218 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm.

Place of Publication:

Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, [2011]

Summary:

"This work addresses how southern West Virginia's history still impacts aspects of modern-day life for Mountaineers. It examines how the region's Appalachian culture and identity have adapted to, and been affected by, these factors as well as how stereotypical perceptions held by those outside the region have created opportunities and barriers to modernization for southern West Virginians"--Provided by publisher.

Contents:

The rediscovery of Appalachia and the coming of industrialization

Life and death in the early company towns

The coming of the unions and the Paint Creek-Cabin Creek Strike

Profiles in corruption and failed government : the Matewan Massacre and the battle for Blair Mountain

FDR's legacy : the great Depression and continuing problems with public welfare, agriculture, and unemployment

Health and the mountaineer : perspectives on public and occupational health

Democracy lost : political corruption and the impact on political involvement

Culture, identity, and modernization

Mountaintop removal and the battle for hearts and minds.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780786460496

0786460490

OCLC:

689522333