You may find that when trying to decide on a topic, you need to know a little more information, but don't want to read an entire book to find it out more. I recommend consulting the Encyclopedia of Appalachia. Most topics, historical to modern concerns, are covered in this, and there is a very useful index at the end of the book. It is only available in hard copy, in Special Collections. Below is the link to the catalog record, where you will find the call number so that you can locate it on the shelf.