The Kentucky Highlanders: From A Native Mountaineer's Viewpoint (1913) - Hardcover

by Josiah Henry Combs (Author)

""The Kentucky Highlanders: From A Native Mountaineer's Viewpoint"" is a book written by Josiah Henry Combs and published in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive view of the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Kentucky Highlanders or the people who live in the Appalachian Mountains. Combs, who was a native mountaineer himself, shares his personal experiences and insights about the people and the region. The book covers topics such as the history of the Kentucky Highlanders, their customs and beliefs, their language and dialect, their music and dance, their food and drink, and their relationship with nature. Combs also discusses the challenges faced by the Kentucky Highlanders, such as poverty, isolation, and prejudice, and how they have overcome these challenges. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the culture and history of the Appalachian Mountains and the people who call it home.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.