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◆ Book of the Week · with Huzzah Books
Down to Earth People of Appalachia
Kenneth Murray
A firsthand portrait of the people and communities of Appalachia, offering insight into their lives and culture. Murray's work captures the character and resilience of a region often misunderstood by outsiders.
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🌗 Last Quarter · 45% lit
Half-lit moon: planets and bright constellations show well, the dimmest stuff hides.
Sky's truly dark after 6:55 PM.
◆ NASA's photo today: Comet PanSTARRs and Rainbow Meteor →
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