A History of Harlan County

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Originally published in 1962, Mabel Green Condon's A History of Harlan County remains today an important resource for understanding Harlan County and Southeastern Kentucky from its origins to the middle of the 20th century. Over a thirty-five-year period, the author collected personal interviews and correspondence with over 200 individuals about life in Harlan County. Organized into 23 topical chapters the book describes all aspects of historical and cultural life, including history, geography, flora and fauna, religion, education, customs, business, recipes, superstitions, and more.