A is for Appalachia is a treasured alphabet book for children. The book introduces young readers to letters while providing an endearing look at the traditions, history, and life of Appalachia, a region with one of the oldest and most unique folk cultures in the United States. This is a book filled with a diverse array of beautifully illustrated folk tales, ghost stories, recipes, Jack Tales, expressions, happenings, and music that excites the imagination of people of all ages. Adults and children alike are shown a remarkable legacy particular to Appalachia, but one that also truly transcends cultures.

Linda Hager Pack, an educator for twenty-two years, teaches children's literature at Eastern Kentucky University and received the prestigious Ashland Oil Teacher of the Year award in 1996.

Pat Banks, a master watercolorist, is a Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen member, a Kentucky Arts Council roster artist, and a Kentucky Craft Marketing program participant.

Reviews:

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"This book is a delight from beginning to end. I believe I love it as much as my two daughters do, and they adore it. A is for Appalachia is entertaining, informative, and a perfect read. I can't recommend it highly enough."-Silas House, author of Clay's Quilt, A Parchment of Leaves, and The Coal Tatoo

"What a charming children's picture book! All [letters] combine to give a real feel for the heritage of the mountain region."-Appalachian Heritage

"Gorgeous watercolors. . . . Never did I imagine that reading an ABC book would bring tears to my eyes."-Karen McCann-West, Lexington Herald Leader