A compelling and varied compilation that pays testament to a master writer.
James Still Books
James Still was an Appalachian poet, novelist, and folklorist whose work centered on the struggles of coal mining communities in eastern Kentucky. His most renowned novel, 'River of Earth,' powerfully depicts families navigating the harsh realities of subsistence and the perilous coal industry. Still's writing is distinguished by its authentic portrayal of Appalachian culture and the resilience of its people. He brought a profound understanding of human endurance to his vivid narrative style.
A semiautobiographical, fictional examination of the life and rhythms of Appalachian life.
A re-edition of James Still's collection of poetry (first published in 1937) describing life in the Appalachian Mountains in Northeast America. Although born out of the Great Depression, the themes of nature, place and environment are still relevant today.