Coal is still king in much of Appalachia, yet the heritage and history of the people who enabled the United States to become an economic superpower in the Industrial age are slipping away. This remarkable book presents arresting black and white photographs and powerful oral histories.

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With its multitude of mountains and the highest elevation east of the Rockies, it's no wonder West Virginia's nickname is the "Mountain State." Abundant natural resources make it a leader in both industry and recreation, from glassmaking to rock climbing. Historic sites and sights include Harper's Ferry and the annual Native American Pow Wow, along with Lost World Caverns and White Sulphur Springs. Noteworthy West Virginians include Chuck Yeager and Olympian Mary Lou Retton.

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In 1861 Union and Confederate troops waged the first campaign of the Civil War in the rugged mountains of Virginia. Lesser writes that while the armies clashed, Virginia Unionists waged a political fight, creating a loyal state government to oppose the Confederate one in Richmond, the state of West Virginia. This detailed account of the Civil War's beginnings re-creates the sights and sounds, the feelings and passions of the battlefield.

This all-new volume picks up where the first left off, concentrating on the popular years from 1940 to 1980. There are thousands of pieces shown in full-colour, full-page, detailed photos in conjunction with many intriguing catalog reprints. It is well researched with great insight from Frank Fenton, who also provided historical information, company records, and original catalogs.

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