Publisher's Synopsis
Constitution and Laws of the Cherokee Nation (1875) is a book written by William P. Boudinot that provides a comprehensive and detailed description of the legal structure and governance of the Cherokee Nation. The book is divided into two main sections: the first part focuses on the history of the Cherokee people, their customs, and their laws, while the second part contains the text of the Cherokee Constitution and various laws and regulations that were in effect during the late 19th century.The book begins with an overview of the Cherokee Nation's history, including their migration from the Great Lakes region to the southeastern United States, their interactions with European settlers, and their forced removal to Indian Territory in the 1830s. Boudinot also describes the Cherokee legal system, which was based on a complex system of clans and kinship ties, and the role of the Cherokee National Council in making and enforcing laws.The second part of the book contains the text of the Cherokee Constitution, which was adopted in 1839 and revised in 1868. Boudinot provides a detailed analysis of each article of the Constitution, including provisions related to the structure of the government, the powers of the National Council, and the rights and responsibilities of Cherokee citizens.In addition to the Constitution, Boudinot includes several other important legal documents, including the Cherokee Bill of Rights, the Cherokee Criminal Code, and various laws related to land ownership, marriage, and inheritance. The book also contains a glossary of Cherokee legal terms and a detailed index for easy reference.Overall, Constitution and Laws of the Cherokee Nation (1875) is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and legal system of the Cherokee people. Boudinot's detailed analysis of the Cherokee Constitution and laws provides a valuable insight into the political and legal structures of one of the most important Native American nations in the United States.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.
