Among Oklahoma's cultural treasures, few are as overlooked as historic cemeteries. Family historians may value the information preserved in stone, and a few adventurous history buffs might explore isolated cemeteries for the visual and historical experience. Generally, however, most people do not associated history with cemeteries. Kent Ruth, popular travel columnist and historian, has written an intriguing narrative that illustrates the various ways that historic cemeteries can help us understand and appreciate our history and culture.