Routledge - A Basket of Apples: Native American History Book

Explore the profound changes within a Native American family and their tribe through this detailed historical study. Spanning from 1763 to 1995, A Basket of Apples examines how U.S. government civilization and education policies shaped tribal life over centuries. This work follows a personal journey to uncover Choctaw tribal roots, revealing a direct link between federal education mandates and their impact on community structures. By blending personal narrative with traditional historical methodology, the text provides a unique perspective on how power shifted within the tribe. Readers will learn how specific educational policies allowed a tribal elite to manage their own school systems, leading to internal segregation based on race and social class. This book is a valuable resource for those studying anthropology, sociology, and the history of Native American education and political structures.