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Ron Rash

The collection of videos that follows highlights the nature of author Ron Rash's work and accomplishments. Hear from the author himself and his literary and academic peers on how his fictional works set in Appalachia unveil truths about the human experience that have the power to bring people together.

Appalachian Writers Panel Discussion

In the first part of this discussion, Rash argues that "writing about Appalachia is really writing about America, and really the heart of America."

Ron Rash on Writing about Appalachia

In this short interview response, Rash talks about why the majority of his works have been set in the rural region where he grew up and why they are still universal in scope.

NC Award Winner for Literature Interview

In 2011, the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources recorded this interview with Rash, in which he details in career inspirations and his passion for teaching at WCU.  

UNC-TV Bookwatch

In this 2015 interview, Ron Rash discusses his extensive research into meth addiction – which is in a state of crisis in rural Appalachia and shares his insights into the powerful hold & tragic impact the drug has on its users & their loved ones.

Ron Rash on Sense of Place

Rash describes the deep sense of place in the Appalachian region that comes through in his writing.

 

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