Sing Me Appalachia, by Sam Arthurs

Poetry, chapbook, 24 pages, from Bottlecap Features. Sing Me Appalachia is a heartfelt collection of poems that vividly captures the essence of the Appalachian experience. Through the eyes of an Eastern Kentuckian, each poem immerses the reader in the unique landscape and culture of this storied region, delving into the daily lives of its inhabitants. Verses reveal the hardships of those who toil in the coal mines, resonating with their struggles and resilience, as well as the beauty of the region, and how it feels to struggle with loss in a place where the earth reclaims everything. Music, an integral part of Appalachian culture, also finds itself a place in the collection.