Where There Are Mountains

Where There Are Mountains

Author: Donald Edward Davis

Publisher: University of Georgia Press

Published: 2011-03-15

Total Pages: 353

ISBN-13: 0820340219

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A timely study of change in a complex environment, Where There Are Mountains explores the relationship between human inhabitants of the southern Appalachians and their environment. Incorporating a wide variety of disciplines in the natural and social sciences, the study draws information from several viewpoints and spans more than four hundred years of geological, ecological, anthropological, and historical development in the Appalachian region. The book begins with a description of the indigenous Mississippian culture in 1500 and ends with the destructive effects of industrial logging and dam building during the first three decades of the twentieth century. Donald Edward Davis discusses the degradation of the southern Appalachians on a number of levels, from the general effects of settlement and industry to the extinction of the American chestnut due to blight and logging in the early 1900s. This portrait of environmental destruction is echoed by the human struggle to survive in one of our nation's poorest areas. The farming, livestock raising, dam building, and pearl and logging industries that have gradually destroyed this region have also been the livelihood of the Appalachian people. The author explores the sometimes conflicting needs of humans and nature in the mountains while presenting impressive and comprehensive research on the increasingly threatened environment of the southern Appalachians.


The Boy Scout Explorers at Treasure Mountain

The Boy Scout Explorers at Treasure Mountain

Author: Don Palmer

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-02

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13:

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In 'The Boy Scout Explorers at Treasure Mountain' by Don Palmer, readers are taken on an adventurous journey with a group of young scouts as they embark on a thrilling expedition to uncover hidden treasures. The book is written in a fast-paced and engaging style that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, filled with vivid descriptions of the natural landscapes and exciting encounters along the way. Set in the early 20th century, the novel captures the spirit of exploration and camaraderie among the scouts, making it a timeless and enjoyable read for both young and adult audiences. The book seamlessly combines elements of adventure, mystery, and coming-of-age, making it a delightful and captivating literary experience. Don Palmer, the author of 'The Boy Scout Explorers at Treasure Mountain', draws inspiration from his own experiences as a scout leader, bringing authenticity and depth to the narrative. His passion for outdoor adventures and storytelling shines through in this compelling tale, making it a truly immersive reading experience. I highly recommend 'The Boy Scout Explorers at Treasure Mountain' to anyone looking for an exciting and heartwarming story that celebrates the spirit of adventure, friendship, and discovery. Don Palmer's masterful storytelling and vivid imagination make this book a must-read for those who enjoy tales of courage and exploration.


Homeplace Geography

Homeplace Geography

Author: Donald Edward Davis

Publisher: Mercer University Press

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780881460148

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"These essays, arranged chronologically in the order they were first written, represent Donald Edward Davis's twenty-year career as a writer, environmental activist, and scholar of all things Appalachian. Join Davis in an exploration of a region consistently under attack by mining interests, developers, and the tourist industry, and consistently misunderstood by scholars. Approaching this unique region from both historical and environmental angles, Davis presents twenty essays to help illuminate the problems, peoples, and places of what may be the oldest mountain range in the world."--BOOK JACKET.


Amphibian Declines

Amphibian Declines

Author: Michael J. Lannoo

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 2005-06-15

Total Pages: 1124

ISBN-13: 9780520235922

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Documents in comprehensive detail a major environmental crisis: rapidly declining amphibian populations and the disturbing developmental problems that are increasingly prevalent within many amphibian species.


Treasure Mountain

Treasure Mountain

Author: Louis L'Amour

Publisher: Bantam

Published: 2003-09-30

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0553900102

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In Treasure Mountain, Louis L’Amour delivers a robust story of two brothers searching to learn the fate of their missing father—and finding themselves in a struggle just to stay alive. Orrin and Tell Sackett had come to exotic New Orleans looking for answers to their father’s disappearance twenty years before. To uncover the truth, the brothers enlisted the aid of a trailwise Gypsy and a mysterious voodoo priest as they sought to re-create their father’s last trek. But Louisiana is a dangerous land, and with one misstep the brothers could disappear in the bayous before they even set foot on the trail—a trail that led to whatever legacy their father had left behind . . . and a secret worth killing for.