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Abiding Appalachia: Where Mountain and Atom Meet,Used
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Does humanity have enough reverence for life to cope with the atom? Poet Marilou Awiakta poses this question in this book, which was first published in 1978, shortly before the nuclear accident at Three Mile Island. Fusing her Cherokee/Appalachian heritage with the experience of growing up on the atomic frontier in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Awiakta explores humanity's dilemma and hope through the legendary Awi Usdi, Little Deer, a Cherokee spiritteacher of reverence. She follows his trail as he circles through the saga of Tsali and the Cherokee removal, then into the thoughts of early pioneers and the vision of John Hendrix, who foretold the coming of Oak Ridge with such accuracy. Winding through the poet's childhood, when the atom was split in secret, the trail leads to the retired Graphic Reactor and, finally, into the heart of the atom itself and into our hearts, where we must ultimately resolve the question of reverence for life.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Abiding Appalachia'? A: 'Abiding Appalachia' explores the relationship between humanity and the atom, questioning whether we have enough reverence for life to cope with the consequences of nuclear technology.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Abiding Appalachia'? A: The author of 'Abiding Appalachia' is Marilou Awiakta, a poet who combines her Cherokee and Appalachian heritage in her writing.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Abiding Appalachia' was published on August 10, 2006.
- Q: What type of book is 'Abiding Appalachia'? A: 'Abiding Appalachia' is a paperback book consisting of 65 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used copy of 'Abiding Appalachia' is listed as being in very good condition.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'Abiding Appalachia'? A: Yes, 'Abiding Appalachia' is available in its 2nd edition.
- Q: What genre does 'Abiding Appalachia' belong to? A: 'Abiding Appalachia' is a mix of poetry and reflective literature, focusing on themes of cultural heritage and environmental consciousness.
- Q: How does the author connect her heritage to the book's themes? A: Marilou Awiakta fuses her Cherokee/Appalachian heritage with her experiences growing up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to explore deep themes of reverence and humanity's relationship with technology.
- Q: What is the significance of the character Awi Usdi in the book? A: Awi Usdi, or Little Deer, serves as a Cherokee spirit-teacher of reverence, guiding the narrative and deepening the exploration of humanity's dilemmas.
- Q: Can I find this book in digital format? A: The availability of 'Abiding Appalachia' in a digital format may vary; please check with the seller or publisher for options.