Cratis Dearl Williams papers 1786-1986 bulk 1943-1983.

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Cratis Dearl Williams papers 1786-1986 bulk 1943-1983.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/46334648

The collection includes academic research, genealogical research, correspondence, university documents, photographs, audio-cassettes, phonographic field recordings, commercial recordings, one video recording, slides and family memorabilia. The bulk of the collection consists of materials that are related to Cratis Williams' employment and scholarship at Appalachian State University. Williams's employment at Appalachian State University included such titles as English teacher, Dean of the Graduate School, Acting Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and Acting Chancellor. Williams' scholarship focused on ballads, Appalachian literature and Appalachian speech. His master's thesis, "Ballads and Songs," focuses on eastern Kentucky ballads. His dissertation is the authorative examination of Appalachian literature, entitled, "The Southern Mountaineer in Fact and Fiction."

63.5 linear feet (139 boxes)

Appalachian State University, ASU

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Appalachian State University, ASU

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Appalachian State University. W.L. Eury Appalachian Collection. Archives.

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Appalachian State University. Cratis D. Williams Graduate School

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Appalachian State University. Center for Appalachian Studies

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Appalachian Demonstration High School (N.C.)

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Williams, Cratis D.

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Cratis Dearl Williams (April 5, 1911-May 11, 1985), a long-time faculty member at Appalachian State University (1942-1976), also considered the father of Appalachian Studies. From the description of Cratis Dearl Williams papers 1786-1986 bulk 1943-1983. (Western North Carolina Library Network). WorldCat record id: 46334648 ...

Appalachian State University.

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