Books:
* "The Cherokee Nation and the Trail of Tears" (2007): This book offers a detailed and impactful account of the forced relocation of the Cherokee people from their ancestral lands in the Southeast to Oklahoma in the 1830s. It's considered a definitive work on the subject.
* "Negotiating Cherokee Removal: The Cherokee Nation and the United States, 1808–1844" (1985): An earlier and more academic work focusing on the political and legal negotiations surrounding the Cherokee removal.
* "The Cherokee People: Their History, Culture, and Traditions" (1995): A concise and accessible overview of Cherokee history and culture, suitable for a general audience.
* "Blood Memory: The Legacy of the Cherokee Removal" (2006): A more personal reflection on the lasting impact of the Trail of Tears, drawing on interviews with Cherokee descendants and historical research.
* "The Cherokee Nation and the Trail of Tears: A Reader" (2008): A collection of primary sources and historical documents relevant to the Trail of Tears, providing a more direct insight into the events and perspectives of the time.
* "Mixed Blood: The Cherokee Nation in the Twentieth Century" (2019): A more recent work focusing on the Cherokee experience in the 20th century, exploring issues of identity, tribal sovereignty, and cultural resilience.
Co-Authored Books:
* "The Cherokee: A History of the Cherokee Nation" (2004) with Michael D. Green. This book provides a comprehensive history of the Cherokee people from their origins to the present day.
In addition to these books, Perdue has also published numerous articles and essays on Native American history, focusing on the Cherokee Nation and the broader impact of colonization and assimilation.
Her work is recognized for its meticulous research, empathetic understanding of the Native American perspective, and clear and engaging writing style.