Publisher's Synopsis
The Cherokee Nation of Indians is a comprehensive book written by Charles C. Royce that provides an in-depth look at the history, culture, and society of the Cherokee people. The book covers the period from the pre-contact era, when the Cherokee lived in their traditional homeland in the Southeastern United States, to the present day, when the Cherokee Nation is a federally recognized sovereign nation with its own government, laws, and institutions.The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of Cherokee life. The first section provides an overview of Cherokee history, including their migration to the Southeast, their encounters with Europeans, and their forced removal to Indian Territory in the 19th century. The second section focuses on Cherokee culture, including their language, religion, art, and music. The third section examines Cherokee society, including their political and social organization, their relationships with other tribes and with European settlers, and their experiences during the Civil War and Reconstruction.Throughout the book, Royce draws on a wide range of sources, including Cherokee oral traditions, historical documents, and archaeological evidence. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help bring the Cherokee people and their world to life.Overall, The Cherokee Nation of Indians is an engaging and informative book that provides a rich and detailed portrait of one of America's most important Native American nations. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in Cherokee history, culture, or society.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.