"The Chickasaws" by Arrell Gibson

Richard Green

Tribal historian Richard Green describes how, early on, he dove into Gibson's well-regarded book, "The Chickasaws," but soon discovered that it ends with the 20th century – which required new person-to-person research. He returned to the book later, admiring Gibson's skills in writing and research – yet was struck by the prevailing views of academic historians and archaeologists of the who saw little need for talking with Chickasaw tribal members. It soon started to change.

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Book Recommendation: The Chickasaws

Richard Green
Nominated for the Pulitzer Prize in 1971, this highly recommended book covers the Chickasaws from prehistory to statehood in 1907.