Sequoyah: The Story of an American Indian

This hardcover edition is in fair condition, with visible library markings and inscriptions. The spine shows typical wear from library shelving, and there are no dust jacket present. The binding remains intact, ensuring the book is still suitable for reading and display. Note that the book has a handwritten number on the title page, indicating its library cataloging history.

"Sequoyah: The Story of an American Indian" by C. W. Campbell is a detailed biography that explores the life of Sequoyah, the Cherokee Indian who invented a writing system for the Cherokee language. Published by Dillon Press, Inc. in Minneapolis, Minnesota, this particular copy is a second printing from 1974, following its initial release in 1973. The book is bound in hardcover format and bears library markings, indicating its previous life as an ex-library edition. The ISBN for this edition is 0-87518-057-4. This book delves into Sequoyah's contributions to the Cherokee people and his lasting impact on written communication. While the book is primarily aimed at juvenile readers, it offers valuable insights into Cherokee history and the significance of Sequoyah's invention. This edition might be of interest to collectors due to its specific printing and ex-library status. The book shows signs of wear typical of library use, including inscriptions and spine labeling. It does not include a dust jacket, which is common for library editions.