"The Literary and Legal Genealogy of Native American Dispossession: The Marshall Trilogy Cases" by George D. Pappas presents a compelling analysis of the intersection between literature, public discourse, and legal precedent in shaping the history of Native American dispossession. The book delves into three landmark U.S. Supreme Court rulings authored by Chief Justice John Marshall, collectively known as the Marshall Trilogy. These cases, *Johnson v. M'Intosh*, *Cherokee Nation v. Georgia*, and *Worcester v. Georgia*, established foundational legal principles concerning Native American land rights and sovereignty. Pappas meticulously examines how literary works and prevailing public narratives influenced the Court's reasoning in these crucial cases. Through a rich exploration of historical documents, legal treatises, and literary texts, the author provides a nuanced understanding of how dominant cultural perspectives on Native Americans shaped the legal frameworks that ultimately led to the dispossession of Native lands. The book offers a valuable contribution to scholarship on Native American history, law, and literature, illuminating the complex interplay of legal doctrine, cultural ideology, and the enduring struggle for Native sovereignty.