Something's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal
Something's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
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BetaSomething's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009320
Book • Nonfiction
Appalachia • 2000s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Something's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal by Silas House and Jason Howard presents personal narratives of individuals from Appalachia opposing mountaintop removal mining. Through these stories, the book highlights the environmental, cultural, and social impacts of this mining practice on communities, emphasizing their resilience and activism in protecting their homes and heritage.
Informative
Challenging
Emotional
Inspirational
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
229 ratings
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Review Roundup
Something's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal by Silas House and Jason Howard is praised for its compelling portrayal of grassroots activism against environmental destruction. Reviewers appreciate its powerful narratives and emotional depth, though some note a lack of diverse perspectives. Overall, it's seen as an insightful look into Appalachia's environmental struggles.
Who Should Read Something's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal?
Readers who appreciate Something's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal may have an interest in environmental activism and regional studies, similar to readers of Robert H. Boyle's The Hudson River or Naomi Klein's This Changes Everything. These readers likely value personal narratives intersecting with ecological and cultural issues.
229 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Book • Nonfiction
Appalachia • 2000s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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