How does the author capture the essence of the Southern/Appalachian experience?Discuss how place is an important part of the piece?

W4: Appalachia–the Step-Sibling of the South

As you research for this essay, consider the following questions:

How does the author capture the essence of the Southern/Appalachian experience?

Discuss how place is an important part of the piece?

What are the central themes of the piece, and how do those themes help to establish identity?