ABSTRACT

Although Appalachia has long been recognized as one of the most distinctive subregions in North America and has been studied widely as an "underdeveloped problem area," this book is the first to provide a comparative and analytical geographical perspective on the entire Appalachian region rather than on portions of it. The authors highlight the div

part 1|29 pages

The Boundaries of Appalachia

chapter Chapter 1|27 pages

Regional Definitions

part 2|195 pages

Regional Diversity and the Bases for Development

part 3|125 pages

Issues, Problems, and Solutions