The Old Beloved Path: Daily Life among the Indians of the Chattahoochee River Valley

by William W. Winn

The Old Beloved Path examines the lifestyles of the native American peoples of the Chattahoochee region of southeast Alabama and southwest Georgia. Organized chronologically, the book describes the region’s cultures in the Early, Middle, and Late Prehistoric periods. Fascinating essays illuminate origin myths, clan structures, townships (or tulwa ), spirituality, diseases and medicine, social customs, and sports and games. The Old Beloved Path also describes foodways—native plants gathered and cultivated for food and game animals. Also included is a rich discussion of material culture and natural materials native Americans collected for food, clothing, shelter, and tools. 

Genres: Native American, Anthropology, History, Native Americans

304 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1992

Reviews

[Joann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was always interested in the Chattahoochee River history and the land on each side of the river. This book starts at the prehistoric times and the trials and tribulations of the indians who inhabited this area I call home today. This book was so fantastic, I've given away several copies of the book and always have to buy onw again for myself. Mr. Winn has written several books about the Columbus area but this one is definitely worth reading - several times over! I love it!

[Lilla · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fantastic in-depth look at the Muskogee (Creek) people