"Negotiating A Perilous Empowerment: Appalachian Women's Literacies" by Erica Abrams Locklear is a textbook published by Ohio University Press in 2011. This trade paperback book explores the literacies of Appalachian women and how they negotiate empowerment in a challenging social context. With 272 pages, this book is part of the Race, Ethnicity and Gender in Appalachia Series, making it a valuable resource for adult education and further education students studying women's studies and regional studies. The book is written in English and provides insights into the unique experiences of Appalachian women in terms of literacy and social empowerment. Dedicated and signed by the author.