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Coalfield Jews: An Appalachian History
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The Stories Of Vibrant Eastern European Jewish Communities In The Appalachian Coalfieldscoalfield Jews Explores The Intersection Of Two Simultaneous Historic Events: Central Appalachias Transformative Coal Boom (1880S1920), And The Mass Migration Of Eastern European Jews To America. Traveling To Southern West Virginia, Eastern Kentucky, And Southwestern Virginia To Investigate The Coal Booms Opportunities, Some Jewish Immigrants Found Success As Retailers And Established Numerous Small But Flourishing Jewish Communities.Deborah R. Weiners Coalfield Jews Provides The First Extended Study Of Jews In Appalachia, Exploring Where They Settled, How They Made Their Place Within A Surprisingly Receptive Dominant Culture, How They Competed With Coal Company Stores, Interacted With Their Nonjewish Neighbors, And Maintained A Strong Jewish Identity Deep In The Heart Of The Appalachian Mountains. To Tell This Story, Weiner Draws On A Wide Range Of Primary Sources In Social, Cultural, Religious, Labor, Economic, And Regional History. She Also Includes Moving Personal Statements, From Oral Histories As Well As Archival Sources, To Create A Holistic Portrayal Of Jewish Life That Will Challenge Commonly Held Views Of Appalachia As Well As The American Jewish Experience.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Coalfield Jews: An Appalachian History'? A: 'Coalfield Jews' focuses on the stories of eastern European Jewish communities in the Appalachian coalfields during the coal boom from the 1880s to 1920. It examines how these immigrants established themselves within the local culture and built flourishing communities.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Coalfield Jews'? A: The author of 'Coalfield Jews: An Appalachian History' is Deborah R. Weiner.
- Q: How many pages does 'Coalfield Jews' have? A: 'Coalfield Jews' contains 264 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Coalfield Jews'? A: 'Coalfield Jews: An Appalachian History' was published on August 28, 2006.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Coalfield Jews'? A: The book 'Coalfield Jews' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does 'Coalfield Jews' fall under? A: 'Coalfield Jews' is categorized under Labor & Industrial Relations.
- Q: Is 'Coalfield Jews' a new or used book? A: 'Coalfield Jews: An Appalachian History' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What edition of 'Coalfield Jews' is available? A: 'Coalfield Jews' is available in its first edition.
- Q: Does 'Coalfield Jews' include personal statements or oral histories? A: Yes, 'Coalfield Jews' includes personal statements drawn from oral histories and archival sources to provide a comprehensive portrayal of Jewish life in Appalachia.
- Q: What historical events are explored in 'Coalfield Jews'? A: 'Coalfield Jews' explores the intersection of the coal boom in central Appalachia and the mass migration of eastern European Jews to America.