The Foxfire 45th Anniversary Book - Singin', Praisin', Raisin' (Paperback)

For almost half a century, Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers, teaching creative self-sufficiency and preserving the stories, crafts, and customs of Appalachia. Inspiring and practical, this classic series has become an American institution.
"The Foxfire 45th Anniversary Book" continues the beloved tradition of celebrating a simpler life, this time with a focus on Appalachian music, folk legends, and a history full of outsized personalities. We hear the encouraging life stories of banjo players, gospel singers, and bluegrass musicians who reminisce about their first time playing at the Grand Ole Opry; we shiver at the spine-tingling collection of tall tales, from ghosts born of long-ago crimes to rumors of giant catfish that lurk at the bottom of lakes and quarries; we recollect the Farm Family Program that sustained and educated Appalachian families for almost fifty years, through the Depression and beyond; and we learn the time-honored skills of those who came before, from building a sled to planting azaleas and braiding a leather bull-whip. Full of spirited narrative accounts and enduring knowledge, "The Foxfire 45th Anniversary Book "is a piece of living history from a fascinating American culture.

General

Imprint:	Random House USA Inc
Country of origin:	India
Series:	Foxfire Series
Release date:	August 2011
First published:	August 2011
Authors:	Foxfire Fund Inc
Dimensions:	236 x 152 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	528
ISBN-13:	978-0-307-74259-9
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Handicrafts > General
LSN:	0-307-74259-8
Barcode:	9780307742599

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