At Home in the Smokies: A History Handbook for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina and Tennessee

At Home in the Smokies: A History Handbook for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, written by Wilma Dykeman and first published in 1976, provides a comprehensive historical account of the region's settlers, including the Cherokee Indians and European immigrants. The handbook, created in commemoration of the park's 50th anniversary, explores the social life, customs, and significant historical sites within the park. It highlights the complex interactions between the Cherokees and settlers, as well as annual homecoming events celebrating the area's heritage.