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The Quare Women

The Quare Women

Furman, Lucy S.

Hardcover

General FictionHistorical Fiction

ISBN10: 1025933796
ISBN13: 9781025933795
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 236
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Quare Women is a compelling work of Appalachian fiction that brings to life the cultural encounter between urban educators and the residents of the Kentucky mountains at the turn of the 20th century. The narrative follows a group of spirited young women who venture into the remote region of Troublesome Creek to establish a settlement school. To the local mountaineers, these outsiders are the quare women, whose presence brings both curiosity and challenge to a community deeply rooted in its own ancestral traditions and social codes.

Drawing upon real-life experiences in the settlement movement, author Lucy S. Furman provides an authentic portrayal of the rugged landscape and the distinct dialect of the Southern Highlands. The book explores themes of education, social progress, and the preservation of heritage, illustrating the transformative impact the school has on both the students and the teachers. By focusing on the resilience and dignity of the mountain people, The Quare Women stands as a significant literary contribution to regional American history, offering a vivid window into a bygone era of rural life and the dedicated women who sought to bridge the gap between two very different worlds.

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