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America's Lost Tribe: The Puritans & Greater Appalachia's Role In Their Disappearance

Based Camp | Simone & Malcolm Collins

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Cultural Dynamics of Backwoods America

This chapter explores the origins and intricate cultural relationships of the Backwoods people in America, particularly their connections with Native Americans and other European immigrant groups. It contrasts the honor-based societal values of the Backwoods communities with the capital-focused Puritans and Quakers, discussing the challenges of acceptance, governance, and the reliance on informal justice systems. The narrative reveals the complexities of identity, violence, and pluralism among these diverse groups and their interactions within early American society.

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