Those chiefs sealed the fate of their tribes in 1875 when they signed a treaty relinquishing their land east of the Mississippi in return for promises of wealth and better land. But by the 18th century some of their leaders believed it was necessary to adapt to European ways in order to survive. For hundreds of years they believed themselves to be the "Principle People" residing at the center of the earth. The Cherokee are a proud, ancient civilization. His experience as an accomplished novelist, combined with his extensive, meticulous research, culminates in this moving tragedy rich with historical detail. Log in Create account × SummaryĪ sixth-generation North Carolinian, highly-acclaimed author John Ehle grew up on former Cherokee hunting grounds. In order to save audiobooks to your Wish List you must be signed in to your account.
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