Cherokee Indian Lore And Smoky Mountains Stories

by Margaret R. Siler

""Cherokee Indian Lore And Smoky Mountains Stories"" is a book written by Margaret R. Siler that explores the rich cultural heritage of the Cherokee people and the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. The book is a collection of traditional Cherokee stories, legends, and myths that have been passed down through generations. These stories cover a wide range of topics, from creation myths and tales of the supernatural to stories of love, loss, and triumph. The author also provides historical context and background information on the Cherokee people, their customs, and their way of life. She explores the impact of European settlement on the Cherokee nation and the struggles they faced, including the Trail of Tears. In addition to the stories, the book features stunning illustrations and photographs that capture the essence of the Smoky Mountains and the Cherokee culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history, folklore, or the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains.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.

112 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2007

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was much better than I expected. Written by a white woman in the 1930's, I expected a lot of paternalistic racism, but it was aware of what the white race did to the Indians and didn't gloss over that history. Of course, it's still not history written by Indians, and there are some instances of racism (specifically in her interview with the former black slave Matt), but I think it's a worthy enough edition of local stories to have in my personal library at home, so I'll probably buy it when I go to Sugarlands again.