

The Water Remembers
My Indigenous Family's Fight to Save a River and a Way of Life
Book • 2025
The book tells the story of the Yurok Nation's multi-generational fight to protect the Klamath River.
It describes the challenges faced, including a failed treaty, a Supreme Court case, the Salmon Wars, and a devastating fish kill.
It highlights how these experiences led to the dam removal and the ongoing river restoration project.
The book also touches on Amy's personal journey and her family's dedication to Yurok sovereignty and the health of the Klamath River.
It illustrates the deep connection between the Yurok people and the river.
It describes the challenges faced, including a failed treaty, a Supreme Court case, the Salmon Wars, and a devastating fish kill.
It highlights how these experiences led to the dam removal and the ongoing river restoration project.
The book also touches on Amy's personal journey and her family's dedication to Yurok sovereignty and the health of the Klamath River.
It illustrates the deep connection between the Yurok people and the river.
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