Uneven Ground: Appalachia Since 1945 - A Must-Read for Understanding the Region's Complex History

Appalachia is a region of the United States that has long been defined by its poverty and isolation. But this is only part of the story. In Uneven Ground: Appalachia Since 1945, Ronald Eller provides a comprehensive overview of the region's social, economic, and political development since World War II, and he does so with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the region's people.

Uneven Ground: Appalachia Since 1945

by Ronald D. Eller

4.6 out of 5

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Eller begins by describing the region's pre-industrial past, when it was home to a largely self-sufficient population of farmers and miners. With the advent of industrialization in the late 19th century, Appalachia began to experience a period of rapid economic growth. But this growth came at a price, as the region's natural resources were ruthlessly exploited and its people were subjected to harsh working conditions.

The Great Depression hit Appalachia particularly hard, and the region continued to struggle economically in the decades that followed. In the 1960s, the War on Poverty brought some attention to the region's plight, but it was not until the 1970s that Appalachia began to experience a sustained economic recovery. This recovery was due in large part to the development of new industries, such as tourism and manufacturing.

However, Appalachia still faces a number of challenges, including poverty, unemployment, and environmental degradation. Eller argues that these challenges are rooted in the region's history of exploitation and underdevelopment. He also argues that the region's future depends on its ability to diversify its economy and create more opportunities for its people.

Uneven Ground is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complex history of Appalachia. Eller provides a comprehensive overview of the region's social, economic, and political development since World War II, and he does so with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the region's people.

Reviews

"Uneven Ground is a powerful and moving account of the history of Appalachia since 1945. Eller tells the story of a region that has been both exploited and ignored, and he does so with a deep understanding of the people who live there." -John Gaventa, author of Appalachia in the Making: The Mountain South in the Nineteenth Century

"Eller's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complex history of Appalachia. He provides a comprehensive overview of the region's social, economic, and political development since World War II, and he does so with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the region's people." -David Whisnant, author of All That Is Native and Fine: The Politics of Culture in an American Region

About the Author

Ronald Eller is a professor of history at the University of Kentucky. He is the author of numerous books on Appalachia, including Miners, Millhands, and Mountaineers: Industrialization of the Appalachian South, 1880-1930 and The Sacred Canopy: Religion in Appalachia.

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Uneven Ground: Appalachia Since 1945

by Ronald D. Eller

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3211 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	378 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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