Exploring the History of the Cherokee Nation: The Trail of Tears and Its Impact

John Ehle's The Rise and Fall of the Cherokee Nation is a compelling narrative of the Cherokee people's struggle to remain a sovereign nation in the face of relentless encroachment by the United States government. Spanning two centuries, Ehle's book details the Cherokee's journey from a thriving, independent nation to a crushed, subjugated people. From the Trail of Tears to the Cherokee's eventual re-emergence as a tribal nation, Ehle's work is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Cherokee people.