Se-quo-yah; from Harper's New Monthly, V.41

"Se-quo-yah; from Harper's New Monthly, V.41" by an unknown author, tells the story of a remarkable Native American man who changed his nation forever. The book explores the world of the Cherokee people during a time of great change, showing their challenges and their resilience. It follows Se-quo-yah, also known as George Gist, from his early days as a curious boy learning about the world around him to his groundbreaking creation of the Cherokee syllabary. He saw that his people needed a way to write down their language to keep their culture alive when faced with the threat of colonization. The book highlights Se-quo-yah's intelligence, determination, and deep connection to his heritage as he overcomes obstacles to develop a unique writing system, leaving behind a legacy that ensured the survival of Cherokee identity and language.