Guns and Gunmaking Tools of Southern Appalachia
the story of the kentucky rifle
$36.64
- Paperback
118 pages
- Release Date
8 January 1997
Summary
Appalachian Arms: Crafting History in Southern Mountains
The Kentucky rifle stands as a celebrated icon in American history. Delve into its fascinating origins and evolution within the isolated mountain valleys of Appalachia. This book unveils the enduring traditions of crafting and utilizing the Kentucky rifle, along with related firearms and essential supplies. Discover how the mountain people have preserved and passed down these skills through generations, bridging the past and present.
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780916838812 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0916838811 |
| Author: | John Rice Irwin |
| Publisher: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Imprint: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 118 |
| Edition: | 2nd |
| Release Date: | 8 January 1997 |
| Weight: | 454g |
| Dimensions: | 216mm x 279mm |
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About The Author
John Rice Irwin
John Irwin is an educator-historian and one of the area’s leading authorities on the pioneer-frontier culture. He is the founder and director of the nationally-known Museum of Appalachia in Norris, Tennessee.
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