Longwalker's Journey: A Novel of the Choctaw Trail of Tears

Longwalker's Journey tells the poignant story of ten-year-old Minko and his father, members of the Choctaw tribe, who are forcibly removed from their ancestral lands in Mississippi in 1831. The novel chronicles their arduous journey to Oklahoma, known as the Trail of Tears, highlighting the immense challenges and suffering they face. It's a powerful narrative about resilience, cultural identity, and the enduring bond between a father and son amidst historical injustice. This book offers a sensitive introduction to a critical event in American history, making it suitable for discussions about empathy, perseverance, and indigenous experiences.

When the government removes their tribe from their sacred homeland in 1831, ten-year-old Minko and his father endure terrible hardships on their journey from Mississippi to Oklahoma, where Minko receives the name Longwalker.