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The Book Of The Dead,New
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Written In Response To The Hawks Nest Tunnel Disaster Of 1931 In Gauley Bridge, West Virginia, The Book Of The Dead Is An Important Part Of West Virginias Cultural Heritage And A Powerful Account Of One Of The Worst Industrial Catastrophes In American History. The Poems Collected Here Investigate The Roots Of A Tragedy That Killed Hundreds Of Workers, Most Of Them African American. They Are A Rare Engagement With The Overlap Between Race And Environment In Appalachia.Published For The First Time Alongside Photographs By Nancy Naumburg, Who Accompanied Rukeyser To Gauley Bridge In 1936, This Edition Of The Book Of The Dead Includes An Introduction By Catherine Venable Moore, Whose Writing On The Topic Has Been Anthologized In Best American Essays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Book of the Dead' about? A: 'The Book of the Dead' is a collection of poems by Muriel Rukeyser that explores the Hawk’s Nest Tunnel disaster of 1931 in West Virginia, focusing on the tragic impact on workers, particularly African Americans, and the intersection of race and environment in Appalachia.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Book of the Dead'? A: The author of 'The Book of the Dead' is Muriel Rukeyser, an influential American poet known for her socially engaged works.
- Q: When was 'The Book of the Dead' published? A: 'The Book of the Dead' was published on February 1, 2018, in its first edition.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'The Book of the Dead' is available in paperback format, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Book of the Dead' have? A: 'The Book of the Dead' contains 144 pages, providing a concise yet impactful reading experience.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, this edition of 'The Book of the Dead' includes photographs by Nancy Naumburg, who documented the site of the disaster alongside Rukeyser.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Book of the Dead'? A: The book explores themes of industrial disaster, race, environmental justice, and the cultural heritage of West Virginia.
- Q: Is there an introduction in the book? A: Yes, 'The Book of the Dead' includes an introduction by Catherine Venable Moore, providing context and insights related to the poems and the historical event.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Book of the Dead' is brand new, ensuring that buyers receive a quality product.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading 'The Book of the Dead'? A: 'The Book of the Dead' is ideal for readers interested in American history, poetry, social justice, and environmental issues, particularly those focusing on the historical context of industrial disasters.