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Peer reviewedBriscoe, Lori; Collins, Erica S.; Deal, Amanda; Hancock, Ron; McGraw, Kristyn – Appalachian Journal, 2000
David Whisnant describes his contribution to Appalachian studies as a synthesis of cultural knowledge from folklorists and political economy from left-wing scholars to create the concept of cultural intervention. He discusses the formative years of Appalachian studies, its strengths, the split between organizers and academics, and progress made in…
Descriptors: Appalachian Studies, College Faculty, Cultural Images, Cultural Maintenance
Peer reviewedKnight, Caroline E.; Poteete, Sarah; Sparrow, Amy; Wrye, Jessica C.; Billings, Dwight – Appalachian Journal, 2003
In discussing his work and teaching in Appalachian Studies, Dwight Billings emphasizes the need to recognize the diversity of Appalachia and understand Appalachian Studies in relation to social, economic, cultural, and political developments around the world. Appalachia has much to offer others in terms of postcolonialism and the ways that people…
Descriptors: Appalachian Studies, Capitalism, College Faculty, College Role
Peer reviewedSalstrom, Paul; And Others – Appalachian Journal, 1990
Five papers examine mountain religion, focusing on Jeff Todd Titon's book, "Powerhouse of God: Speech, Chant, and Song in an Appalachian Baptist Church." Discussants include Paul Salstrom; Deborah Vansau McCauley; Howard Dorgan; Altina Waller; and Charles T. Davis. Titon responds, explaining his views and study of religion. (TES)
Descriptors: Churches, Community Study, Experimenter Characteristics, Religion
