Night Comes To The Cumberlands: A Biography Of A Depressed Area

""Night Comes To The Cumberlands"" is a non-fiction book written by Harry M. Caudill. It is a biography of a depressed area in the Cumberland Mountains of eastern Kentucky. The book explores the history, culture, and economic struggles of the people who live in this region. Caudill, who was born and raised in the area, provides a personal perspective on the poverty, illiteracy, and isolation that have plagued the region for generations. He also examines the impact of industrialization and modernization on the area, including the effects of strip mining and the decline of the coal industry. The book is a powerful and insightful look into the lives of the people who have struggled to survive in this remote and impoverished region. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Appalachia, and for those who want to understand the challenges facing rural America today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.