“A valuable resource for students and teachers who wish to expand the study of Florida history to include women and minorities. . . . Thanks to its documentation, bibliographic essay, and useful index, Kersey’s book provides a solid starting point for scholars as they build upon their achievement.”—Howard Meredith, Journal of American History
“Dr. Kersey drew material from essential primary sources to write this definitive book. Every person in any way interested in the modern Florida Indians needs to study it and will enjoy doing so.”—John K. Mahon, Florida Historical Quarterly
“A well-researched work that historians will welcome not only because it fills a gap in the historical record, but also because it offers insight into writing on contemporary Indian affairs.”—Larry Burt, Journal of Southern History
“An Assumption of Sovereignty stands out as a valuable addition to the literature of the Seminoles and on post World-War II American Indian history. Readable and thoroughly researched, the work effectively illustrates the fact that American Indians can alter their societies in response to outside pressures while maintaining (or regaining) a meaningful level of sovereignty and cultural distinctiveness. Kersey should be commended for ending his trilogy on a high note.”—Christopher K. Riggs, American Indian Quarterly
“Kersey has expertly placed the Florida Seminoles within the broad focus of federal legislation and the awakening of Native-American political consciousness across the nation. The field of Florida Seminole history has been greatly enriched by his contributions.”—Patsy West, Gulf Coast Historical Review
“Although geared for a scholarly audience, this book should be in of interest to those interested in American Indian law and economic development. Much of what Kersey presents fits with the growing literature on contemporary Native American communities such as the Mashantucket Pequot and Mississippi Choctaw.”—Laurence M. Hauptman, Georgia Historical Quarterly
