Cherokee Carving - From the Hands of our Eldersj Faire and Michael Garrett

and Michael Garrett

a book of genre-bending poetic-nonfiction

A tradition that dates back almost ten thousand years

Handmade beaded 2” ball ornaments by tribal member

Plush Bag & Drum set made by Cherokees in Cherokee

Cherokee Carving - From the Hands of our Eldersj Faire and Michael GarrettM. Anna Fariello "Cherokee Carving: From the Hands of our Elders" is an educational and focused study, targeting carvers who were active among Eastern Band Cherokee in the early to mid 20th century. This publication aims to initiate and inspire the next generation of scholars to learn from local tradition bearers, discover their stories, and reflect on their values. Anna Fariello, associate professor at Western Carolina University, illustrates the