Oklahoma Cherokee Baskets

The book highlights the resilience of the Cherokee people following their forced relocation to Oklahoma, where they faced loss and economic challenges. United by a new constitution, Cherokee women adapted their traditional basket weaving into a profitable art form, utilizing the region's natural resources. The narrative also addresses the impact of the Civil War on the Cherokee, emphasizing their enduring spirit and cultural legacy. Karen Coody Cooper, a Cherokee citizen, shares this inspiring story of survival and adaptation.