ISBN:
1476631638
,
9781476631639
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (1 online resource)
Series Statement:
Contributions to southern Appalachian studies 44
DDC:
305.800975
Keywords:
Melungeons Ethnic identity
;
SOCIAL SCIENCE ; Discrimination & Race Relations
;
SOCIAL SCIENCE ; Minority Studies
Abstract:
"Who is Melungeon, how do we know and what does that mean? In a series of interviews with individuals who claim Melungeon heritage, the author finds common threads that point to shared history, appearance and values, and explores how we decide who we are and what kind of proof we need to do so"--
Abstract:
Literature and research review -- Portraiture as research methodology -- Gibson portraits -- Johnson portraits -- Other portraits -- What does this tell us? -- Implications for activism.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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