Foxfire Fund: 18 books
Mountain Music Fills the Air: Banjos and Dulcimers
The Foxfire Americana Libray (11)
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2011
Banjos and dulcimers have always been an essential part of Appalachian music, shared and enjoyed throughout the generations. Here, musicians share the history of the instruments and show how they are constructed, piece by piece, with photos and diagrams.
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Wild Summer and Fall Plant Foods
The Foxfire Americana Library (8)
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2011
A handy illustrated guide to the edible plant life available in Appalachia and surrounding areas during the summer and fall seasons. From berries to herbs perfect for teas and tonics, each entry includes information on where to find the plant, how to spot it, and the best ways to eat it, often with...
Household Crafts and Tips
The Foxfire Americana Library (12)
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2011
A collection of how-tos celebrating the domestic arts of Appalachia, “Household Crafts and Tips” includes traditional advice on soapmaking and quilting, as well as in-depth instructions for making baskets, hampers, cornhusk brooms, and hanging gourds for purple martins.
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Moonshining as a Fine Art
The Foxfire Americana Library (1)
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2011
The history of moonshining is a long one, and no one tells it better than the men who once made a living from it deep in the heart of Appalachia. Originally published in 1972, “Moonshining as a Fine Art” takes you through the their time-honored methods of making (and occasionally hiding) safe,...
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