Legends & Lore of East Tennessee

Legends & Lore of East Tennessee

By Shane S. Simmons

$23.99

Publication Date: 8th August 2016

Author Shane Simmons explores tales of bravery, lore and bizarre customs within the East Tennessee region.


The mountains of East Tennessee are chock full of unique folklore passed down through generations. Locals spin age-old yarns of legends like Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone and Dragging Canoe. Stories of snake-handling churches and the myths behind the death crown superstitions dot the landscape. The mysteries surrounding the Sensabaugh Tunnel still haunt residents.
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    Author Shane Simmons explores tales of bravery, lore and bizarre customs within the East Tennessee region.


    The mountains of East Tennessee are chock full of unique folklore passed down through generations. Locals spin age-old yarns of legends like Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone and Dragging Canoe. Stories of snake-handling churches and the myths behind the death crown superstitions dot the landscape. The mysteries surrounding the Sensabaugh Tunnel still haunt residents.
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    Author Shane Simmons explores tales of bravery, lore and bizarre customs within the East Tennessee region.


    The mountains of East Tennessee are chock full of unique folklore passed down through generations. Locals spin age-old yarns of legends like Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone and Dragging Canoe. Stories of snake-handling churches and the myths behind the death crown superstitions dot the landscape. The mysteries surrounding the Sensabaugh Tunnel still haunt residents.

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    • Pages: 128
    • Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Inc.
    • Imprint: The History Press
    • Series: American Legends
    • Publication Date: 8th August 2016
    • State: Tennessee
    • Illustration Note: Black and White
    • ISBN: 9781467136389
    • Format: Paperback
    • BISACs:
      PHOTOGRAPHY / Subjects & Themes / Regional (see also TRAVEL / Pictorials)
      SOCIAL SCIENCE / Folklore & Mythology
      HISTORY / United States / State & Local / South (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV)
    Author Bio
    Melody Blackwell-West grew up in the beautiful rolling hills of Honaker in Russell County. She is a graduate of East Tennessee State University with a degree in allied health and has a passion for helping others. When not working, you can find her exploring the winding roads of Real Appalachia with Shane for their YouTube travel vlog. Shane Simmons was born and raised in Tazewell County, where he developed an appreciation for the rich history and heritage of Southwest Virginia. He graduated from historic Emory & Henry College in Emory, Virginia, with a degree in business management. His first book, Legends & Lore of East Tennessee , earned him the Award of Distinction given by the East Tennessee Historical Society in 2017.

    Author Shane Simmons explores tales of bravery, lore and bizarre customs within the East Tennessee region.


    The mountains of East Tennessee are chock full of unique folklore passed down through generations. Locals spin age-old yarns of legends like Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone and Dragging Canoe. Stories of snake-handling churches and the myths behind the death crown superstitions dot the landscape. The mysteries surrounding the Sensabaugh Tunnel still haunt residents.

    • Pages: 128
    • Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Inc.
    • Imprint: The History Press
    • Series: American Legends
    • Publication Date: 8th August 2016
    • State: Tennessee
    • Illustrations Note: Black and White
    • ISBN: 9781467136389
    • Format: Paperback
    • BISACs:
      PHOTOGRAPHY / Subjects & Themes / Regional (see also TRAVEL / Pictorials)
      SOCIAL SCIENCE / Folklore & Mythology
      HISTORY / United States / State & Local / South (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV)
    Melody Blackwell-West grew up in the beautiful rolling hills of Honaker in Russell County. She is a graduate of East Tennessee State University with a degree in allied health and has a passion for helping others. When not working, you can find her exploring the winding roads of Real Appalachia with Shane for their YouTube travel vlog. Shane Simmons was born and raised in Tazewell County, where he developed an appreciation for the rich history and heritage of Southwest Virginia. He graduated from historic Emory & Henry College in Emory, Virginia, with a degree in business management. His first book, Legends & Lore of East Tennessee , earned him the Award of Distinction given by the East Tennessee Historical Society in 2017.

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