The Story Of The Cherokees - Paperback

by W. R. L. Smith (Author)

The Story of the Cherokees by W.R.L. Smith is a comprehensive historical account of the Cherokee people, their culture, and their struggles. The book begins with an overview of the Cherokee's origins and early history, including their migration to the southeastern United States and their interactions with other Native American tribes. It then delves into the Cherokee's complex society, covering topics such as their political structure, religion, and daily life.The book also covers the Cherokee's interactions with European colonizers and their eventual forced removal from their ancestral lands, known as the Trail of Tears. The author provides detailed accounts of the events leading up to the removal, including the Indian Removal Act of 1830 and the Supreme Court case Worcester v. Georgia.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the resilience of the Cherokee people in the face of adversity, highlighting their efforts to preserve their culture and traditions despite the many challenges they faced. The Story of the Cherokees is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history, particularly the history of the Cherokee people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.