Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine was a magazine published by the Center of Excellence for Appalachian Studies and Services at East Tennessee State University from 1984 to 2016.

Now & Then sought to explore the past and present of Appalachian life through poetry, fiction, articles, personal essays, interviews, and photographs. The magazine was generally published three times a year until 2003, when it switched to twice a year. Each issue focuses on a cohesive theme, such as food, sports, health, etc.

The digital magazine Appalachian Places (2021-current) continues the tradition of Now & Then.

Note: Now & Then published no issues during 2004.

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Now & Then (Volume 04, Issue 03, 1987)

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Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 04, Issue 03, published in 1987. The theme of this issue is Appalachian Veterans. Dedicated to the memory of Alvin Cullum York on the centennial of his birth, this issue reflects on the wartime experiences and postwar realities of Appalachian veterans through personal profiles, essays, poetry, and historical accounts. It addresses combat, captivity, disability, race, trauma, and family life, alongside stories of decorated service and civic engagement that trace veterans' enduring impact on both regional and national life.
Now & Then (Volume 03, Issue 01, 1986)

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Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 03, Issue 01, published in 1986. This issue highlights the work of Black Appalachians and features key Black figures in Appalachian history.
Now & Then (Volume 03, Issue 02, 1986)

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Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 03, Issue 02, published in 1986. The theme of this issue is Homecoming '86, a "celebration of Tennessee Homecoming '86, a commemoration of the history and traditions of the Volunteer State."
Now & Then (Volume 03, Issue 03, 1986)

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Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 03, Issue 03, published in 1986. This issue's theme is Cherokees, exploring Cherokee news and culture and featuring Cherokee authors and experiences.
Now & Then (Volume 02, Issue 03, 1985)

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Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 02, Issue 03, published in 1985. This issue's theme is Appalachian Music.
Now & Then (Volume 02, Issues 01-02, 1985)

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Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 02, Issues 01-02, published in 1985. The theme of this issue is Appalachian Women.
Now & Then (Volume 01, Issue 01, 1984)

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Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 01, Issue 01, published in 1984. This issue did not have a theme but focused on news from the Center of Excellence for Appalachian Studies and Services and other news and creative works from Appalachian writers.