At the time it was first published in 1962, it framed such an urgent appeal to the American conscience that it actually prompted the creation of the Appalachian Regional Commission, an agency that has pumped millions of dollars into Appalachia.

Caudill's study begins in the violence of the Indian wars and ends in the economic despair of the 1950s and 1960s. Two hundred years ago, the Cumberland Plateau was a land of great promise. Its deep, twisting valleys contained rich bottomlands. The surrounding mountains were teeming with game and covered with valuable timber. The people who came into this land scratched out a living by farming, hunting, and making all the things they need-including whiskey.

The quality of life in Appalachia declined during the Civil War and Appalachia remained "in a bad way" for the next century. By the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, Appalachia had become an island of poverty in a national sea of plenty and prosperity. Caudill's book alerted the mainstream world to our problems and their causes. Since then the ARC has provided millions of dollars to strengthen the brick and mortar infrastructure of Appalachia and to help us recover from a century of economic problems that had greatly undermined our quality of life.

Backpackable float tube with easy-entry front design. Hydrodynamic hull is shaped for improved tracking and steering. Includes adjustable backpacking shoulder straps and two cargo pockets with easy-open double zippers. Extra high seat for drier and warmer fishing and improved visability. Comfortable thickly padded seat has a high adjustable backrest.

Sorel Women's Cumberland Boots make a great pair of slush gliders with their padded nylon uppers that keep your feet comfy even in heinous conditions. A gusseted tongue made out of the water-resistant material keeps half-melted snow out of your boots. Be thankful for the warm Thinsulate insulation when you step on what you thought was a sidewalk only to submerge your foot in a deep, soggy sludge-hole instead. The Cumberland EVA midsoles make a normal trudge session into a cake walk with ultimate cushiness built on a women's-specific last. Hike confidently through a would-be Ice Capade with molded thermal rubber outsoles that offer good traction and stability.

Product Features

• Upper Material: nylon
• Waterproofing:
• Insulation: Thinsulate
• Temperature Rating:
• Sole: thermal rubber lug
• Midsole:
• Footbed:
• Lacing: standard
• Weight: 21.4 oz
• Recommended Use: winter lifestyle, casual
• Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year