A is for Appalachia
The Alphabet Book of Appalachian Heritage
Published on 6. November 2009
Book
Hardback
44 pages
978-0-8131-2556-5 (ISBN)
Description
A is for Appalachia is a treasured alphabet book for children. The book introduces young readers to letters while providing an endearing look at the traditions, history, and life of Appalachia, a region with one of the oldest and most unique folk cultures in the United States. This is a book filled with a diverse array of beautifully illustrated folk tales, ghost stories, recipes, Jack Tales, expressions, happenings, and music that excites the imagination of people of all ages. Adults and children alike are shown a remarkable legacy particular to Appalachia, but one that also truly transcends cultures.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Lexington
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: Twelfth Grade and over, Interest Age: From 6 to 9 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Paper over boards
With dust jacket
Illustrations
10 color photos, 33 illus
Dimensions
Height: 261 mm
Width: 258 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
572 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8131-2556-5 (9780813125565)
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Persons
Linda Hager Pack, an educator for twenty-two years, teaches children's literature at Eastern Kentucky University and received the prestigious Ashland Oil Teacher of the Year award in 1996. Pat Banks, a master watercolorist, is a Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen member, a Kentucky Arts Council roster artist, and a Kentucky Craft Marketing program participant.