Ain't Just Talkin': 101 Appalachian Slang Sayings: Funny Hillbilly Sayings, Southern Slang, and Trail Talk from the Appalachian Trail - A Pocket Guide
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Speak Like the Mountains. Walk Like You Belong.
Whether you're a thru-hiker on the Appalachian Trail, a lover of Southern culture, or simply curious about one of America's most colorful regional dialects, "Ain't Just Talkin': 101 Appalachian Slang Sayings" is your new trail companion.
This isn't just a book-it's a living, breathing guide to the voice of the Appalachian Mountains.
From "holler" to "slicker'n owl snot," each of the 101 expressions dives deep into the heart of Appalachian speech-complete with meanings, cultural context, colorful usage examples, and down-home wisdom. It's part language guide, part storytelling companion, and all heart. Written with the warmth and humor of trail legend and hiker-writer Miles Trekker, this book captures what it really means to walk and talk like a local.
Why Readers Love This Book:✔️ Authentic Appalachian Flavor - Learn not only what these sayings mean, but why they matter, and how they reflect the culture, humor, and soul of the Southern mountains.
✔️ Trail-Tested Insights - Written by a seasoned AT hiker who's swapped stories with locals from Georgia to Maine.
✔️ Engaging Dialogue & Stories - Includes vivid real-world conversations, trail town banter, and stories that bring the slang to life.
✔️ For Hikers & History Buffs Alike - A must-have for backpackers, word-lovers, folklorists, and anyone craving a deeper connection with Appalachian heritage.
✔️ User-Friendly Design - Dip in anywhere. Laugh, learn, and speak with a Southern twang. No grammar lessons-just good, honest fun.
- A personal intro from Miles Trekker on why mountain talk matters
- Quick tips for talking like a local without sounding like a greenhorn
- 101 richly explained sayings grouped by themes (landscape, weather, people, food, action, emotion & more)
- Cultural backstories, backwoods wisdom, and "Did You Know?" tidbits
- Mini-dialogues showing the sayings in action-from the trailhead to the diner
- A bonus glossary of bonus terms, local pronunciations, and regional twists
Whether you're deep in the backcountry or curled up with a co-cola on your porch, this book is a hearty slice of Appalachian life you'll want to carry with you.
Perfect For:- Appalachian Trail hikers & backpackers
- Southern culture lovers
- Writers, linguists & regional dialect fans
- Campfire storytellers
- Anyone who loves a good laugh and a great phrase
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