Walk in My Soul facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Lucia St. Clair Robson |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Historical novel, Western novel |
| Publisher | Ballantine |
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Publication date
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12 May 1985 |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Pages | 656 pages (Paperback edition) |
| ISBN | 0-345-34701-3 (Paperback edition) |
| OCLC | 17208520 |
Walk in My Soul is a historical novel written by Lucia St. Clair Robson. It was first published in 1985. This book tells a story set in the past, focusing on important events and people.
About the Story
Walk in My Soul shares the story of Tiana Rogers, a young woman from the Cherokee people. It also features the early life of Sam Houston. The novel explores their lives during a difficult time, including the events leading up to the Trail of Tears.
Tiana's Cherokee Life
Tiana grew up learning the traditions and spiritual ways of the Cherokee. Her tribe deeply respected the important roles of women. Tiana became a respected leader among her people. She was known as a priestess, a healer, and a teacher.
Sam Houston's Journey
Sam Houston later became famous as the "father of Texas". When he was young, he left his family's store in Tennessee. He went to live among the Cherokee people. There, he learned to hunt and took part in their traditional games. The Cherokee adopted him as a son of a headman. They gave him the name "Raven."
A Meeting of Worlds
In the story, Sam Houston and Tiana meet and develop feelings for each other. However, their different backgrounds create challenges. The novel explores the difficulties they face due to their different cultures.
