WAYFARING STRANGERS: The Musical Voyage from Scotland and Ulster to Appalachia: 2nd ed. By Fiona Ritchie and Doug Orr, with Darcy Orr. Durham: University of North Carolina Press, 2021; 384 pp. color plates, maps, appends., notes, bibl., index. $30.00 (paper), isbn9781469664187

"Wayfaring Strangers: The Musical Voyage from Scotland and Ulster to Appalachia" is a book by Fiona Ritchie and Doug Orr that explores the cultural pathways of traditional Scottish and Irish folk music as it traveled to Appalachia. The book examines the influences of Welsh, English, German, Dutch, French, African American, and Cherokee cultures on these songs. It is structured into three main sections and includes photographs, maps, and sidebars covering various topics related to folk music. The authors also exchange letters discussing their perspectives on Old and New World music. The book sheds light on the history of American folk music and its connection to immigrant experiences. It includes a contextual timeline, resource centers, a discography, and a bibliography for further exploration. Scholars and music enthusiasts will find this book to be a valuable resource. [Extracted from the article]