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Before The Great Smoky Mountains Became A National Park, The Region Was A Lush Wilderness Dotted With Isolated Farms. Into This Land Of Unspoiled Beauty, Dorie Woodruff Cope Was Born In 1899. In This Evocative Memoir, Dorie'S Daughter, Florence Cope Bush, Traces A Life At Once Extraordinary And Yet Typical Of The Many Appalachian Farm Families Forced To Leave Their Simple Mountain Homes For The Cities; Abandoning Traditional Ways For Those Born Of 'Progress.'Dorie'S Story Begins With Her Childhood On An Isolated Mountain Farm, Where We See First Hand How Her Parents Combined Backbreaking Labor With Intense Personal Pride To Produce Everything Their Family Neededfrom Food And Clothing To Tools And Toysfrom The Land. Lumber Companies Began To Invade The Mountains, And Dorie'S Family Took Advantage Of The Financial Opportunities Offered By The Lumber Industry, Not Realizing That In Giving Up Their Lands They Were Also Letting Go Of A Way Of Life. Along With Their Machinery, The Lumber Companies Brought In Many Young Men, One Of Whom, Fred Cope, Became Dorie'S Husband. After The Lumber Companies Stripped The Mountains Of Their Timber, Outsiders Set The Area Aside As A National Park, Requiring Dorie, Now Married With A Family Of Her Own, To Move Outside Of Her Beloved Mountains.Through Dorie'S Eyes, We See How The Mountain Farmers Were Forced To Abandon Their Beloved Rural Lifestyle And Customs And Assimilate Into Cities Like Knoxville, Tennessee. Her Experiences Were Shared By Hundreds Of Appalachians During The Early Twentieth Century. However, Dorie'S Perseverance, Strength Of Character, And Deep Love Of The Smokies Make This A Unique And Moving Narrative.The Author: Florence Cope Bush Is A Former Newspaper Reporter And Freelance Writer In Knoxville, Tennessee. She Is The Author Of Ocona Lufte Baptistpioneer Church Of The Smokies, And A Regular Contributor To Smoky Mountain Historical Society Publications.Durwood Dunn Is Professor History At Tennessee Wesleyan College. He Is Author Of Cades Cove: The Life And Death Of A Southern Appalachian Community, 18181937.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has two hundred fifty-four pages. It provides an in-depth look at the life of Dorie Woodruff Cope.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is paperback. This makes it lightweight and easy to carry around.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Dorie: Woman of the Mountains'? A: The author is Florence Cope Bush. She is Dorie Woodruff Cope's daughter and recounts her mother's life experiences.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the Women category. It focuses on the life of an Appalachian woman and her family.
- Q: What is the size of this book? A: The book measures six inches by eight and a half inches and is zero point six inches thick.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, this book is suitable for all ages. It provides valuable insights into Appalachian life and culture.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book like any other paperback. It's designed for casual reading and can be enjoyed in any comfortable setting.
- Q: Are there any themes explored in this book? A: Yes, the book explores themes of rural life, family, and the impact of modernization. It reflects on the changes faced by Appalachian communities.
- Q: Is this book a memoir? A: Yes, it is a memoir. It recounts personal stories from Dorie's life and her experiences growing up in the Smoky Mountains.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to preserve its condition.
- Q: Can I gift this book? A: Yes, this book makes a great gift. Its themes resonate with anyone interested in history and personal narratives.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have policies for damaged items.
- Q: What is the condition of this book? A: The book is used but in good condition. It may show some signs of wear but is still readable.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: No, this book does not include illustrations. It focuses on the narrative and storytelling.
- Q: Is there a specific reading level for this book? A: This book is suitable for adult readers. Its themes and prose are more aligned with mature audiences.
- Q: Where was this book published? A: This book was published by the University of Tennessee Press. It reflects academic insights into Appalachian culture.