To Live Here, You Have to Fight: How Women Led Appalachian Movements for Social
“To Live Here, You Have to Fight: How Women Led Appalachian Movements for Social Justice” by Jessica Wilkerson is a 2018 textbook published by the University of Illinois Press. The book delves into the role of women in Appalachian social movements for justice, covering topics such as labor and industrial relations, women in politics, and public policy/environmental policy. With 280 pages, this trade paperback is a valuable resource for those interested in social science and political science, particularly focusing on the working class in American history. The author’s insights provide a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs of women in the Appalachian region.